Mountain Scops Owl
Mountain Scops Owl
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The Mountain Scops Owl is a small owl with a wide distribution across the Himalayas and Southeast Asia, inhabiting montane forests. It is known for its camouflage and subtle hooting calls.
Where to spot
Himalayas east to Southeast Asia (China, India, Nepal, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia). Inhabits montane and submontane evergreen forests.
How to spot
Listen for its soft, descending hooting calls, sometimes a single note or a series. Look for its small size, prominent ear tufts, and mottled brown plumage. Spotlighting in appropriate montane forest habitat.
When to spot
Strictly nocturnal, most active from dusk to midnight.
Where to spot
Himalayas east to Southeast Asia (China, India, Nepal, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia). Inhabits montane and submontane evergreen forests.
How to spot
Listen for its soft, descending hooting calls, sometimes a single note or a series. Look for its small size, prominent ear tufts, and mottled brown plumage. Spotlighting in appropriate montane forest habitat.
When to spot
Strictly nocturnal, most active from dusk to midnight.
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This owl's plumage is intricately patterned, providing excellent camouflage against the lichen-covered branches and mossy trees found in its preferred montane habitats.
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