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Spotted Eagle Owl

Spotted Eagle Owl

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The Spotted Eagle Owl is a common and widespread large owl found across much of sub-Saharan Africa. It is known for its mottled plumage and prominent ear tufts.
Where to spot
Widespread across sub-Saharan Africa, inhabiting savannas, woodlands, semi-deserts, and even urban areas.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive 'hoo-hoo-hoo-hooo' call. Look for it perched on branches, rocks, or buildings at night, or roosting camouflaged in trees during the day.
When to spot
Nocturnal. Most vocal from dusk through the night. Can occasionally be seen at dawn or dusk perched openly.
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Bubo africanus brown - Flémalle (03).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Bubo africanus grey - Flémalle (01).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Bubo africanus in Pretoria-dieretuin.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Spotted Eagle-Owl (Bubo africanus) (51651415947).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Spotted Eagle-Owl (Bubo africanus) (51652237451).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Spotted Eagle Owl, Bubo africanus 9971.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Spotted eagle owl, Bubo africanus (5336187249).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This highly adaptable owl often frequents human-modified landscapes, including urban parks and gardens, and can frequently be heard calling from rooftops or lampposts at night.
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