Description
Life span: 12 years
The mountain scops owl, also called the spotted scops owl, is an owl that belongs to the Strigidae family. They normally have a wingspan of 16 to 18 inches and are 8 to 10 inches in length. They have brown or grey feathers with white patterns. It is a tiny brown owl that usually inhabits hillsides and broadleaf forests in highlands. Its top features dark brown skin, light underparts, and vivid yellow eyes. Its distinctive vivid white stripe between the wings and back is more obvious than in other owls in the area.
Native Region/Habitat
In its native habitat, which includes Bangladesh, India, Bhutan, Malaysia, Taiwan, Nepal, and Thailand, it is extensively spread.
Behavior
It makes a short, high-pitched call. The females cry out in a two-note whistle-like sound that goes “plew-plew” or “he-he,” although their melodies are rarely recognized. The song is a continuous series of soft double hoots, with pauses of 5–10 seconds in between each group of notes. Additionally, the noises of different bird populations might vary, making it possible to determine a bird’s origin.
As a pet/In captivity
Mountain scops owls are calm animals that can be trained to perform simple feats. They are actually fairly quiet, so the owner won’t have to worry about them. However, they require regular attention and must be handled.
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