Puerto Rican Screech Owl

Megascops hoyi

The Puerto Rican Screech Owl (Megascops hoyi) is a small owl species native to the island of Puerto Rico. It is characterized by its small size, prominent ear tufts, and mottled brown and gray plumage. This nocturnal bird is known for its distinctive trilling call that echoes through the forests of Puerto Rico. The Puerto Rican Screech Owl primarily inhabits tropical forests and wooded areas, where it preys on insects, small mammals, and other birds. Due to habitat loss and predation, the species faces conservation concerns and is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN.

Habitat: Tropical forests and wooded areas