Rinjani Scops Owl
Rinjani Scops Owl
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The Rinjani Scops Owl is a recently described species of owl, endemic to the island of Lombok, Indonesia. It is named after Mount Rinjani, the island's prominent volcano.
Where to spot
Endemic to the island of Lombok, Indonesia, inhabiting montane forests, often at higher altitudes.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, short, accelerating 'hoot-hoot-hoot' call, ending abruptly. Look for its small size and typical scops owl appearance. Requires nocturnal spotlighting in montane forest on Lombok.
When to spot
Strictly nocturnal. Most vocal from dusk until midnight.
Where to spot
Endemic to the island of Lombok, Indonesia, inhabiting montane forests, often at higher altitudes.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, short, accelerating 'hoot-hoot-hoot' call, ending abruptly. Look for its small size and typical scops owl appearance. Requires nocturnal spotlighting in montane forest on Lombok.
When to spot
Strictly nocturnal. Most vocal from dusk until midnight.
This owl was formally described in 2013 and is notable for its distinct vocalizations, which differentiate it from other scops owls in the region, showcasing the unique evolutionary paths on isolated islands.
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