Balsas Screech-owl vs Ochre-bellied Boobook
Megascops seductus compared with Ninox ochracea
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Balsas Screech-owl | Ochre-bellied Boobook |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megascops seductus | Ninox ochracea |
| Order | Strigiformes | Strigiformes |
| Family | Strigidae | Strigidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 34.8 cm (13.7 in) | 37.7 cm (14.8 in) |
| Weight | 160.75 g (5.67 oz) | 99.0 g (3.49 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Balsas Screech-owl
Near Threatened
Ochre-bellied Boobook
About These Birds
Balsas Screech-owl
The Balsas Screech-owl is a small owl found in dry forest and scrub in the Balsas River drainage of southwestern Mexico, weighing about 160.75g with a wingspan of 34.8cm. Like other screech-owls it is nocturnal and hunts insects, small vertebrates, and invertebrates. Its cryptic plumage provides excellent camouflage against tree bark.