Brown Wood-Owl
NameBrown Wood-Owl
Common NameBrown Wood-Owl
Scientific NameStrix leptogrammica
FamilyStrigidae
Wingspan (cm)90
Length (cm)50
Weight (g)850
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly dark brown on the upperparts, often with fine barring. The facial disc is dark brown, bordered by a pale, buffy-white rim, and the eyes are dark. The underparts are whitish to buff, heavily barred with broad dark brown stripes.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a deep, resonant hooting call, often described as a series of 'hoo-hoo-hoo' or 'whoo-whoo-whoo' notes, sometimes ending with a drawn-out 'whooo-ah'.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across a wide range in South and Southeast Asia, from India and Sri Lanka, through mainland Southeast Asia including Thailand, to Indonesia and the Philippines.
Identifying Featuresdark brown facial disc with pale border, dark eyes, prominent white and dark brown barring on underparts, medium to large size
Description
The Brown Wood-Owl is a medium-sized, nocturnal owl characterized by its dark brown plumage and prominent facial disc. It typically inhabits dense forests, where its cryptic coloration provides excellent camouflage. This species is known for its upright posture while perching and its deep, resonant calls.
