This owl is a South American species called the Spectacled Owl (Pulsatrix perspicillata). Their name obviously comes from the very distinctive eye markings. Interestingly enough, the juvenile version of this owl has the same markings just in reverse!
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4 comments:
Oh, I'll have to look that up. I'd love to see a juvenile and an adult together with reverse markings!
Perfect photo for the title, and vice versa, John.
— K
Kay, Alberta, Canada
An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel
Beautiful capture!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.
super shot
My Entry For Camera Critters
What a cool looking bird, great shot!
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