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West Peruvian Screech Owl

West Peruvian Screech Owl

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The West Peruvian Screech Owl is a small, cryptic owl found in the dry forests and scrublands of western Peru and Ecuador. It is well-camouflaged against its arid environment.
Where to spot
Dry forests, arid scrublands, and riverine woodlands along the Pacific slope of Ecuador and Peru.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive short, trilled hoots. Scan tree branches and dense scrub with a spotlight for its small, camouflaged form.
When to spot
Nocturnal. Most vocal from dusk to dawn, especially during the breeding season. It can be challenging to locate.
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File:Megascops roboratus (Lechuza Peruana).jpg
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File:Megascops roboratus - Lechuza Peruana.jpg
File:Megascops roboratus - Lechuza peruana.jpg
File:Megascops roboratus "Lechuza peruana".jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Megascops roboratus (Lechuza Peruana).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Megascops roboratus - "Lechuza peruana".jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Megascops roboratus - Lechuza Peruana.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Megascops roboratus - Lechuza peruana.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This owl's plumage varies significantly across its range, with some populations being grayer and others more rufous, allowing for better blending in diverse microhabitats.
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