Austral Pygmy Owl
A species of Pygmy-owls Scientific name : Glaucidium nana Genus : Pygmy-owls
Austral Pygmy Owl, A species of Pygmy-owls
Botanical name: Glaucidium nana
Genus: Pygmy-owls
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Description
The austral pygmy owl (Glaucidium nana) or Chuncho is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is found in Argentina and Chile. Its natural habitat is temperate forests. The abundance status of the austral pygmy owl is stationary throughout Chile, except in Central Chile, where it appears to be increasing despite being killed by locals because of its reputation as a bird of ill omen. 
Size
22 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Habitat
The habitat of austral Pygmy Owl encompasses a varied range of wooded environments, predominantly consisting of forests, shrublands, and areas with scattered trees, which include both deciduous and evergreen zones. These habitats are typically structured with undergrowth or thickets that provide the structural complexity required by austral Pygmy Owl for roosting and hunting. The bird adapts well to human-altered landscapes such as parks and farmland groves, reflecting its adaptability to diverse vegetative conditions.
Dite type
Carnivorous
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Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
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