The Rusty-barred Owl is a medium-sized owl distinguished by its dark eyes and fine rusty barring on its underside. It is an inhabitant of humid tropical forests in South America.
Where to spot
Occurs in humid evergreen forests, including lowland and submontane areas, primarily in the Atlantic Forest biome of southeastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, resonant hooting calls at night. Finding this owl requires considerable patience and often luck, as it tends to remain concealed in dense vegetation.
When to spot
Strictly nocturnal, with activity primarily during the night. Best observed by listening for calls, particularly at dusk and before dawn.
Where to spot
Occurs in humid evergreen forests, including lowland and submontane areas, primarily in the Atlantic Forest biome of southeastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, resonant hooting calls at night. Finding this owl requires considerable patience and often luck, as it tends to remain concealed in dense vegetation.
When to spot
Strictly nocturnal, with activity primarily during the night. Best observed by listening for calls, particularly at dusk and before dawn.
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This owl is particularly shy and secretive, often remaining hidden during the day within the dense foliage of its forest habitat, making it difficult to spot.
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