Spotted Owlet
NameSpotted Owlet
Common NameSpotted Owlet
Scientific NameAthene brama
FamilyStrigidae
Wingspan (cm)55
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)110
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are grey-brown heavily spotted with white, while the underparts are whitish with brown barring. It features a prominent white facial disc, white supercilium, and bright yellow eyes.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a harsh, churring call, often interspersed with chattering and hooting notes. They have a variety of calls, including alarm calls and territorial hoots.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsopen woodland, agricultural land, scrubland, semi-desert, urban areas, gardens
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia, including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam.
Identifying Featuressmall size, stocky build, grey-brown plumage with white spots, bright yellow eyes, white facial disc, diurnal activity, head bobbing
Description
The Spotted Owlet is a small, stocky owl with a rounded head and bright yellow eyes. It is often active during the day, perching conspicuously on trees or buildings, and is known for its characteristic bobbing head movements.
