About the Fulvous Owl
The fulvous owl, or Guatemala barred owl, is a resident of the cloud forests of Central America. A medium-sized true owl, it has a round head, lacking ear tufts. Its typical coloration is warm dark brown or reddish brown on the back and lighter brown on the front with darker barring. Adults weigh approximately 600 grams (21 oz), with females being heavier. Its distribution is limited to highland regions of Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. It inhabits elevations from 1,200 to 3,100 meters, and is fairly common within its range. Its behavior is poorly known, as are its population size and distribution. It is classified as a species of least concern by the International Union for…
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The fulvous owl is a medium-sized owl with a round head. It lacks the ear tufts found in many other owls. Its length is variously described as between 41 and 44 centimetres (16+1⁄8 and 17+3⁄8 in), between 38 and 48.5 centimetres (15 and 19+1⁄8 in), and between 40.5 and 45 centimetres (16 and 17+3⁄4 in). Measured wing lengths for the species range between 30 and 33.3 centimetres (11+3⁄4 and 13+1⁄8 in), while tail length ranges between 18.5 and 21 centimetres (7+1⁄4 and 8+1⁄4 in), and the bill length between 22.5 and 24.5 millimetres (7⁄8 and 31⁄32 in).
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What the Fulvous Owl sounds like
Where the Fulvous Owl lives
When to see the Fulvous Owl
Peak activity in March · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Himalayan OwlStrix nivicolumThe Himalayan owl measures 35–40 cm and has a wingspan of approximately 270mm, classifying it as a medium-sized owl.
Rusty-barred OwlStrix hylophilaThe rusty-barred owl is about 35 cm (14 in) long.
Rufous-legged OwlStrix rufipesThe rufous-legged owl is compact, with a round head and no ear tufts.
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