Rinjani scops owl

Otus silvicola

The Rinjani scops owl (Otus silvicola) is a small owl species found in the forests of Lombok and Sumbawa in Indonesia. It has a distinctive reddish-brown facial disc with prominent white eyebrows, and its upperparts are mottled brown with white spots. This owl is known for its haunting, high-pitched calls during the night. It preys on insects, small mammals, and birds, and is a skilled hunter in the dense forest undergrowth. The Rinjani scops owl is a secretive and elusive species, making it challenging to study and monitor in the wild.

Habitat: Forests of Lombok and Sumbawa