Bare-shanked Screech-Owl

Bare-shanked Screech-Owl

Megascops clarkii

Least Concern

Aves · Strigiformes · Strigidae

About

The bare-shanked screech owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is a large owl that feeds at night in forests and lives in a family size group, even during breeding season. The owl's range is only in Costa Rica, Panama, and far northwestern Colombia. The owl preys on large insects, shrews, and small rodents.

Fun Fact

It is a large owl that feeds at night in forests and lives in a family size group, even during breeding season.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in thinner upland forests, it still requires a patchy forest.

Diet

Preys on large insects, shrews, and small rodents.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance