Balsas Screech-owl
A species of Screech owls Scientific name : Megascops seductus Genus : Screech owls
Balsas Screech-owl, A species of Screech owls
Botanical name: Megascops seductus
Genus: Screech owls
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Description
The Balsas screech owl (Megascops seductus) is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is endemic to Mexico. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests and heavily degraded former forest. It is threatened by habitat loss. 
Size
23 - 41 cm
Life Expectancy
20 years
Nest Placement
Cavity
Feeding Habits
Balsas Screech-owl's diet consists of insects, arthropods, and small vertebrates. It hunts using stealth at dusk or during the night, often silently swooping down to catch prey. Balsas Screech-owl has evolved nocturnal hunting adaptations, with particular preferences for certain insects unique to its habitat.
Habitat
Balsas Screech-owl favors regions characterized by arid open and semi-open landscapes, typically found in tropical dry deciduous woodlands punctuated by standout features such as giant cordon cacti, mesquite, and thorn forests. An affinity can also be noted for areas with tall cactus growths, secondary growth vegetation, arid tropical scrubs, and the peripheries of agricultural lands. These habitats span broader geographical regions that offer a mix of natural aridity and human-modified landscapes, reflecting balsas Screech-owl's adaptability.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Owls Family
True owls Genus
Screech owls Species
Balsas Screech-owl 
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