Bare-shanked Screech-owl
Megascops clarkii
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The Bare-shanked Screech-owl is a medium-sized owl of the family Strigidae found in montane forests of Costa Rica and western Panama. Weighing about 155.8g with a wingspan of 36.2cm, it is characterized by its unfeathered tarsi. It is nocturnal and hunts insects, small vertebrates, and invertebrates in highland forest habitats.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 36.2 cm | 14.3 in |
| Weight | 155.8 g | 5.50 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Family | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Megascops |
| Species | Megascops clarkii |
Distribution
Bare-shanked Screech-owl has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Strigidae family