| − | Owls of this genus are small to medium sized birds, with a maximum body length of 11 inches. The smallest species weigh around 1.76 ounces, the heaviest over 10.5 ounces. | + | Owls of this genus are small to medium-sized birds, with a maximum body length of 11 inches. The smallest species weigh around 1.76 ounces, the heaviest over 10.5 ounces. |
| | They are inconspicuous, mostly bark-colored gray-brown or brown above, with many species also bearing a darkly-colored abdomen. Some species show different color morphs, usually reddish-brown or gray-brown. Ear tufts, which are present in all species, are widely separated on the head, yet still give the birds a horned appearance. All have a facial disk, the edge of which is usually clear. In some, but not all, species, the legs are feathered to the toes. | | They are inconspicuous, mostly bark-colored gray-brown or brown above, with many species also bearing a darkly-colored abdomen. Some species show different color morphs, usually reddish-brown or gray-brown. Ear tufts, which are present in all species, are widely separated on the head, yet still give the birds a horned appearance. All have a facial disk, the edge of which is usually clear. In some, but not all, species, the legs are feathered to the toes. |