The slight but fierce nature of the screech owl is captured by Allen in this sculpture, his most popular piece. "The owl's popularity might be due to his direct expression," Allen supposes. "Seeming almost human, the owl is the only bird with eyes looking straight forward. He has a personality that exceeds his small stature." In 1984 the Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral James D. Watkins, presented this bird as a gift to the Commanding General of the Peruvian Navy, Ricardo Zevallos.

Size: 6" tall.