Mantanani Scops-Owl

Mantanani Scops-Owl

Otus mantananensis

Least Concern

Aves · Strigiformes · Strigidae

About

The Mantanani scops owl, is a small owl in the scops-owl genus Otus found on small islands between Borneo and the Philippines. It is listed by the IUCN as "near threatened" because its range is limited with its population being fragmented on several different islands, and its forest habitat is being degraded by ongoing logging and clearance.

Fun Fact

This owl is about 18 cm long, with a wing length of about 15.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is being degraded by ongoing logging and clearance.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance