Sumba Boobook

Otus alfredi

The Sumba Boobook (Otus alfredi) is a small, nocturnal owl species endemic to the island of Sumba in Indonesia. It is characterized by its distinctive hooting call and large, dark eyes. The plumage of the Sumba Boobook is predominantly brown and mottled, providing effective camouflage in its forest habitat. These owls primarily feed on insects, small mammals, and birds, using their keen hearing and sharp talons to hunt at night. The Sumba Boobook is threatened by habitat loss due to deforestation and human development, and its conservation status is currently listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

Habitat: Tropical forests of Sumba Island