Stygian Owl
A species of Eared Owls Scientific name : Asio stygius Genus : Eared Owls
Stygian Owl, A species of Eared Owls
Botanical name: Asio stygius
Genus: Eared Owls
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Description
The Stygian owl (Asio stygius) is a medium-sized dusky colored owl. It has yellow eyes, a black beak, a dark blackish facial disk, and white eyebrows. Its underparts are a dingy buff color with dark brown barring and streaks. The upperparts are reverse, buff barring and streaks on a dark background. The adjective "Stygian" means "of, or relating to, the River Styx", but is more widely applied to anything that is dark or dismal. 
Size
38-46 cm (15-18.1 in)
Colors
Brown
Black
Yellow
Bronze
White
Feeding Habits
Stygian Owl predominantly preys on small mammals, birds, and insects, using nocturnal hunting techniques. It adapts to local ecosystems, occasionally consuming reptiles, amphibians, and crustaceans. Known for its keen senses aiding in capturing diverse prey.
Habitat
The stygian Owl is typically found in a variety of woodland habitats, including deciduous and evergreen forests. These birds are often associated with montane regions, thriving in habitats ranging from pine and pine-oak forests to cloud forests, and occasionally occupy thorn scrub and humid montane forest in the Andes. Their adaptability allows them to inhabit cerrado, Araucaria forests, and pine plantations. They can even be found in urban parks, indicating a certain degree of flexibility in their habitat preferences.
Dite type
Carnivorous
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Species Status
Not globally threatened.
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