Koepcke's Screech-Owl
Megascops koepckeae
Least ConcernAves · Strigiformes · Strigidae
About
Koepcke's screech owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is endemic to Peru.
Fun Fact
Koepcke's screech owl was originally described as a subspecies of tropical screech owl (then Otus choliba, now Megascops choliba), and they are now considered sister species.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Range including the northerly Departments of Lambayeque, Cajamarca, and La Libertad; the valley of the Utcubamba River; and small areas of the Departments of Ancash and Lima.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance