Palawan Scops Owl
Palawan Scops Owl
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The Palawan Scops Owl is a small, poorly known owl endemic to Palawan and surrounding islands in the Philippines. It is a secretive inhabitant of lowland rainforests.
Where to spot
Endemic to Palawan, Balabac, and Busuanga islands in the Philippines. Inhabits lowland rainforests and forest edges.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, short, repeated hooting calls. Look for its small size, dark plumage, and small ear tufts. Requires nocturnal spotlighting in dense forest.
When to spot
Strictly nocturnal, most vocal from dusk until midnight.
Where to spot
Endemic to Palawan, Balabac, and Busuanga islands in the Philippines. Inhabits lowland rainforests and forest edges.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, short, repeated hooting calls. Look for its small size, dark plumage, and small ear tufts. Requires nocturnal spotlighting in dense forest.
When to spot
Strictly nocturnal, most vocal from dusk until midnight.
This owl is often heard more often than seen, with its vocalizations being a key method for detection in its dense forest habitat, especially during its active hours.
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