African Scops-Owl
Otus senegalensis
Least ConcernAves · Strigiformes · Strigidae
About
The African scops owl is a small owl which is widespread in sub-Saharan Africa.
Fun Fact
William Swainson first described the species in 1837 from a specimen collected in Senegal, and initially assigned it to the now defunct genus Scops.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in wooded habitats and forest edge, including in gardens and mangroves.
Diet
Prey on the ground, but will hawk for flying insects.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance