Siau Scops Owl

Otus siaoensis

The Siau Scops Owl (Otus siaoensis) is a small owl species native to the Siau Island in Indonesia. It is characterized by its distinctive ear tufts and yellowish-brown facial disc. This nocturnal bird preys on insects and small vertebrates, using its sharp talons and keen hearing to hunt in the dense forests of its habitat. The Siau Scops Owl is known for its unique vocalizations, consisting of a series of hoots and whistles. Due to habitat loss and limited range, this species is considered vulnerable to extinction.

Habitat: Dense forests of Siau Island