Cloud-forest Pygmy Owl

Glaucidium nubicola

The Cloud-forest Pygmy Owl (Glaucidium nubicola) is a small owl species found in the cloud forests of South America. It is characterized by its compact size, large head, and prominent yellow eyes. This owl preys on small birds, mammals, and insects, using its sharp talons and powerful beak to capture its prey. The plumage of the Cloud-forest Pygmy Owl is mottled brown and gray, providing excellent camouflage in its forest habitat. These owls are known for their distinctive whistling calls, often heard during the early morning and evening hours. Due to habitat loss and fragmentation, the conservation status of the Cloud-forest Pygmy Owl is currently listed as Near Threatened by the IUCN.

Habitat: Cloud forests of South America