description Peruvian Screech-Owl Overview
The Peruvian Screech-Owl, Megascops roboratus, is an owl of the family Strigidae found in western South America. It occurs in dry or semi-deciduous woodland in northwestern Peru and southwestern Ecuador, including habitats on hills and mountain slopes. Taxonomic treatments have sometimes separated the Ecuadorian and Peruvian populations, so its common-name and subspecies boundaries can vary between bird lists.
help Peruvian Screech-Owl FAQ
What is the scientific name of the Peruvian Screech-Owl?
The Peruvian Screech-Owl is commonly identified as Megascops roboratus. It belongs to the owl family Strigidae.
Where does the Peruvian Screech-Owl live?
It occurs in western South America, especially northwestern Peru and southwestern Ecuador. Its habitats include dry or semi-deciduous woodland on hills and mountain slopes.
Is the Peruvian Screech-Owl a rainforest owl?
It is more strongly associated with dry and semi-deciduous woodland than with wet lowland rainforest. Local habitat can vary across its range in Peru and Ecuador.
Why can identification of this owl be difficult?
Screech-owls can vary in plumage and vocal traits across regions, and taxonomic treatments have changed over time. Field identification should use both appearance and calls together with location.
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