Amazonian pygmy owl - Wikipedia
The Amazonian pygmy owl (Glaucidium hardyi), also known as Hardy's pygmy owl, is an owl found in northern South America and the Amazon Basin. A member of the Strigidae family, it is a true owl.
Spectacled owl - The only owl found in the Amazon forest
2019年4月15日 · Divided by scientists into six geographical subspecies across its broad range, the spectacled owl (Pulsatrix perspicillata) is the only owl species known to permanently inhabit the rainforests of the Amazon basin. It is named for the white feather markings clearly visible on its dark-feathered face, which partially encircle the eyes and extend ...
Spectacled owl - Wikipedia
The spectacled owl is typically the largest and most dominant owl in its range, with the larger great horned owl (Bubo virginianus) rarely venturing into true rainforest habitats. Most hunting starts with the owl perched on a branch and scanning the area, then dropping with a quick pounce when prey is located.
Diversity of the Owl Species in the Amazon Region | IntechOpen
2020年12月9日 · Based on the assumption that one in five, i.e. 20 per cent of the world owl species should live in the Amazon Region we can see that the rainforest has twenty species less (34 vs. 54) than expected. There can be at least two very distinct reasons for this.
Amazonian Pygmy-Owl - eBird
Tiny owl of Amazonian lowlands. Found in a variety of habitats, including forest edges and mature rainforest. Gray head contrasts against broad reddish brown streaks down its white belly. Round head without ear tufts and largely white undersides distinguish it from screech-owls.
Amazonian pygmy owl - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on
The Amazonian pygmy owl (Glaucidium hardyi), also known as Hardy’s pygmy owl, is an owl found in northern South America and the Amazon Basin. A member of the Strigidae family, it is a true owl.
Diversity of the Owl Species in the Amazon Region - ResearchGate
2020年12月12日 · The Amazon basin is the largest tropical rainforest in the world covering almost 40 per cent of the South American continent. For centuries, its vastness and inaccessibil-ity...
Amazonian Pygmy-Owl - Glaucidium hardyi - Birds of the World
2020年3月4日 · Amazonian Pygmy-Owl (Glaucidium hardyi), version 1.0. In Birds of the World (T. S. Schulenberg, Editor). Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Ithaca, NY, USA. https://doi.org/10.2173/bow.amapyo1.01. A global alliance of nature organizations working to document the natural history of all bird species at an unprecedented scale.
Meet the Rainforest Owls: The Unsung Heroes of Biodiversity
Some of the well-known rainforest owls include the Spectacled Owl, the Amazonian Pygmy Owl, and the Crested Owl. Owls play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of the rainforest ecosystem. As predators, they help control the population of rodents and insects, preventing these species from overpopulating and damaging the forest.
Amazon Rainforest Animals: A Beginner’s Guide to 21 Species
The Spectacled Owl is the only owl species found in the Amazon rainforest. It’s medium-sized, measuring approximately 18-20 inches in height. It has a rounded head and no ear tufts, and a dark-feathered face with markings resembling spectacles made of white eyebrows and other white streaks on the cheeks.