Tropical Screech Owl

Megascops choliba

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Strigiformes · Strigidae

About

The tropical screech owl is a small species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is found in Costa Rica, Panama, Trinidad, and every mainland South American country.

Fun Fact

Tropical screech owls have been documented nesting inside active termite mounds, which provide natural insulation and keep eggs at a stable temperature.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Tropical forests and gardens

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

8-10 years

Threats

Illegal Logging
Wildfire

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

More Birds Species

Abbott's Booby EN African Penguin CR Alagoas Tyrannulet CR Aldabra Fody EN Algerian Nuthatch EN Amani Sunbird EN

Browse all Birds →