White-fronted Scops-Owl
NameWhite-fronted Scops-Owl
Common NameWhite-fronted Scops-Owl
Scientific NameOtus sagittatus
FamilyStrigidae
Wingspan (cm)47.5
Length (cm)26.5
Weight (g)140
Plumage DetailsPlumage is predominantly rufous-brown on the upperparts, becoming paler and buffier on the underparts with fine dark spotting. It has a dark facial disc, prominent white eyebrows that meet above the bill, and dark eyes.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is typically a series of soft, hooting notes, often described as 'hoo-hoo-hoo' or a soft, trilling 'prrr-prrr-prrr'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeFound in Southeast Asia, specifically in southern Myanmar, Peninsular Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia, and Sumatra.
Identifying FeaturesProminent white eyebrows, Dark facial disc, Rufous-brown plumage with fine spotting, Relatively large dark eyes
Description
The White-fronted Scops-Owl is a small, nocturnal owl characterized by its rufous-brown plumage and distinctive white eyebrows. It typically perches quietly in the forest canopy, often difficult to spot due to its cryptic coloration.
