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Central American Pygmy-Owl

Central American Pygmy-Owl

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The Central American Pygmy Owl is a small, diurnal owl found in humid evergreen forests of Central America. Its grey head and finely spotted plumage distinguish it.
Where to spot
Humid evergreen forests and cloud forests from southern Mexico south through Central America to western Panama.
How to spot
Listen for its short, repetitive hooting call. Scan branches and treefall gaps in dense forest for this active hunter, looking for any small movements.
When to spot
Primarily diurnal, active during the day, especially at dawn and dusk. Its calls are a good indicator of its presence.
File:GlaucidiumPumilumGriseicepsKeulemans.jpg
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File:GlaucidiumPumilumGriseicepsKeulemans.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:GlaucidiumPumilumGriseicepsKeulemans (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This owlet's diet consists mainly of large insects and small vertebrates, including lizards and small birds, showcasing its predatory adaptability within its forest environment.
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