About the Rufous-legged Owl
The rufous-legged owl is a medium-sized owl. It is found in Argentina and Chile.
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The rufous-legged owl is compact, with a round head and no ear tufts. It is 33 to 38 cm (13 to 15 in) long and weighs about 350 g (12 oz); females are larger than males. Adults have a rusty facial disk, white "brows" over dark brown eyes, and white lores. Its upperparts are dark reddish brown with narrow orange-buff bars and spots. The tail is also reddish brown, with buff bars. The throat is white, most of the underparts are buffy white with many black bars, and the vent area is orange-buff. The legs and toes are covered with buffy feathers. The chick is downy off-white. Voice: The rufous-legged owl's vocalizations are "a variety of grunting, hooting, and cackling noises."
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Where the Rufous-legged Owl lives
When to see the Rufous-legged Owl
Peak activity in October · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Rusty-barred OwlStrix hylophilaThe rusty-barred owl is about 35 cm (14 in) long.
Spotted Wood OwlStrix seloputoThe spotted wood owl grows to a length of about 44 to 48 cm (17 to 19 in) with a wing length of 30 to 36 cm (12 to 14 in).
Fulvous OwlStrix fulvescensThe fulvous owl is a medium-sized owl with a round head.
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