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Yungas Pygmy-Owl

Yungas Pygmy-Owl

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The Yungas Pygmy Owl is a small, diurnal owl found in the subtropical montane forests (Yungas) of Bolivia and Argentina. It is a secretive forest dweller, often heard but rarely seen.
Where to spot
Subtropical montane forests (Yungas) in Bolivia and northwestern Argentina.
How to spot
Listen for its series of high-pitched hoots. Spotting can be challenging in dense forest; carefully scan branches and treefall gaps, looking for movement.
When to spot
Primarily diurnal, active during the day, especially around dawn and dusk. Can be vocal at various times of day.
File:Glaucidium bolivianum 215986799.jpg
File:Glaucidium bolivianum 215986799 (cropped).jpg
File:Glaucidium bolivianum 215986799.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Glaucidium bolivianum 215986799 (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This owl is a resident of the highly biodiverse Yungas ecoregion, a transition zone between the Amazonian lowlands and the high Andes, supporting a unique array of species.
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