2010 - Great White Owl blown glass Christmas ornament by Old World Christmas. Made in China. 4.25" Great White Owls, also known as Snowy Owls, are usually found only n the Arctic. Shy and silent unless nesting, they are unlike other owls in that they are most active during the daytime. Depending on the season, they have a different colored plumage which allows them to blend into their surroundings.