Andaman Scops-Owl
Otus balli
Least ConcernAves · Strigiformes · Strigidae
About
The Andaman scops owl is a species of the Strigidae family and is native to the Andaman Islands of India. It is a largely brown owl with white speckles and yellow eyes. The owl was first described in 1873 by British ornithologist Allan Octavian Hume. The Andaman scops owl has no sightings outside of the Andaman Islands, therefore research on this bird is limited. This owl is not threatened, though an increase in deforestation on the islands has led to the population size slowly declining. It is a nocturnal owl that feeds at night and has a nesting season from February to April.
Fun Fact
It is a largely brown owl with white speckles and yellow eyes.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Eats a variety of insects like caterpillars and beetles.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance