noun
- Plural of owlery; places where owls roost or nest, especially in groups.
Usage: Chiefly British; Often used in natural history and ornithology contexts
Examples
- The ancient barn served as one of several owleries in the region.
- Ornithologists studied the owleries to monitor barn owl populations.
- The old church tower and nearby woods contained multiple owleries.
- During migration season, the owleries became temporary homes for dozens of owls.