About the Yungas Pygmy Owl
The Yungas pygmy owl, is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru.
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The Yungas pygmy owl is about 16 cm (6.3 in) long. Males weigh 55 to 58 g (1.9 to 2.0 oz) and females average 66.5 g (2.35 oz). The species has three color morphs, a rare gray one and common and widespread brown and rufous morphs. All have pale dots on the crown, back, and upper wings and pale bands on the tail. Their napes have "false eyes". Their undersides are pale with brownish streaks on the flanks and belly. Voice: The Yungas pygmy owl's song is a "rather slow series of equally spaced hollow notes" sometimes preceded by two or three whistled notes.
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Where the Yungas Pygmy Owl lives
When to see the Yungas Pygmy Owl
Peak activity in September · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Chestnut-backed OwletGlaucidium castanotumThe chestnut-backed owlet is small and stocky, measuring 19 cm (7.5 in) in length.
Costa Rican Pygmy OwlGlaucidium costaricanumThe Costa Rican pygmy owl is around 14.5 to 17 cm (5.7 to 6.7 in) long, with males weighing about 53 to 70 g (1.9 to 2.5 oz), while the larger females weigh as much as 99 g (3.5 oz).
East Brazilian Pygmy OwlGlaucidium minutissimumIt is one of the smallest South American owls, averaging at 55 g (1.9 oz) and 15 cm (5.9 in) tall.
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