Eurasian Pygmy Owl

Glaucidium passerinum

The Eurasian Pygmy Owl is a small owl species found in Europe and Asia. It has a distinctive rounded head with prominent white spots on the back of its head, and yellow eyes. This owl is known for its diurnal hunting behavior, preying on small birds and mammals. It inhabits coniferous and mixed forests, often perching in dense vegetation to ambush its prey. The plumage of the Eurasian Pygmy Owl varies from grayish-brown to reddish-brown, with intricate patterns of streaks and spots. Despite its small size, it is a fierce and agile hunter, capable of taking down prey larger than itself.

Habitat: Coniferous and mixed forests