Banggai Scops-Owl
NameBanggai Scops-Owl
Common NameBanggai Scops-Owl
Scientific NameOtus mendeni
FamilyStrigidae
Wingspan (cm)45
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)125
Plumage DetailsPredominantly rufous-brown to dark brown plumage, heavily mottled and streaked with darker markings, providing excellent camouflage. It has a faint facial disc and prominent bright yellow eyes. Some faint barring is visible on the tail and flight feathers.
Vocalization / CallKnown for a distinctive, short, single hoot or whistle, often repeated at intervals.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statuscritically-endangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Banggai Islands, specifically Peleng Island, off the eastern coast of Sulawesi, Indonesia.
Identifying Featuressmall size, bright yellow eyes, cryptic brown plumage, nocturnal habits
Description
A small, nocturnal owl with cryptic brown plumage and striking yellow eyes, often found perched on branches in its forest habitat. This elusive species is endemic to the Banggai Islands of Indonesia.
