Tropical Screech Owl

We had observed Tropical Screech Owls while in the Amazon but again very cool to observe so close. This owl was very cooperative. As with all screech-owls, much easier to identify by voice: a short rapid trill with a pop at the end. If you’re lucky enough to see one, look for an overall grayish-brown or rufous bird with fine markings, including thin streaks on underparts. Black border to face. Sexes alike.

Found in wooded habitats, sometimes coming out into open shrubby fields or gardens with only a few scattered trees. Usually the most common screech-owl in range. Cornell All About Birds