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Oriental Scops Owl

Oriental Scops Owl

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The Oriental Scops Owl is a small, widespread owl across Asia, known for its excellent camouflage and migratory habits in its northern range. It is a common but often elusive nocturnal hunter.
Where to spot
Widespread across East, Southeast, and South Asia. Breeds in forested areas, woodlands, and gardens. Migratory populations winter in Southeast Asia.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, soft, rising 'tu-tu-tu-tu' call, often becoming faster. Look for its small size, mottled grey-brown plumage, and prominent ear tufts. Nocturnal spotlighting in wooded areas.
When to spot
Active during summer in breeding grounds (May-August), migratory in spring and autumn. Strictly nocturnal.
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File:Oriental Scops-Owl (Walden's) Otus sunia modestus, Andamans 2.jpg
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File:Oriental Scops-Owl (Walden's) Otus sunia modestus, Andamans 3.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Oriental Scops Owl Otus sunia, Suklaphanta, Nepal.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Oriental scops owl. Otus sunia - Flickr - gailhampshire.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This owl is a master of mimicry, often swaying its body to imitate tree branches in the wind, further enhancing its already superb camouflage when roosting during the day.
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