description Cape Pygmy-Owl Overview
The Cape pygmy owl, Glaucidium hoskinsii, is a small owl restricted to the Cape region of Baja California Sur, Mexico. It inhabits wooded uplands, including pine and oak forest, within a geographically limited part of the peninsula. Like other pygmy owls, it is compact, has false eye-like markings on the back of its head, and may hunt birds, insects, and other small animals during daylight as well as at night.
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Where does the Cape pygmy-owl live?
The Cape pygmy-owl, Glaucidium hoskinsii, is restricted to the Cape region of Baja California Sur, Mexico. It lives in wooded uplands, including pine and oak forest.
What is the scientific name of the Cape pygmy-owl?
Its scientific name is Glaucidium hoskinsii. It is a small owl with a geographically limited range on the Baja California peninsula.
How does the Cape pygmy-owl defend itself?
Like other pygmy owls, it has false eye markings on the back of its head. These markings can make a predator or rival appear to be facing the wrong direction.
Is the Cape pygmy-owl found throughout Mexico?
No. Its known range is limited to the Cape region of Baja California Sur in northwestern Mexico, rather than extending across the country.
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