Sartor's Owl

Strix sartorii

Sartor's Owl (Strix sartorii) is a medium-sized owl species found in the cloud forests of Mexico and Guatemala. It is known for its distinctive dark eyes and prominent ear tufts. These owls are primarily nocturnal and are skilled hunters, preying on small mammals, birds, and insects. They have excellent camouflage, blending into the moss-covered trees and dense foliage of their habitat. Sartor's Owls are solitary and territorial birds, communicating through hoots and calls. Due to habitat loss and deforestation, their population is declining, and they are classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN.

Habitat: Cloud forests of Mexico and Guatemala