An extremely rare species of owl discovered in 1976, and known only from a few specimens caught in nets after dark, has been seen in the wild for the first time.The owl has been named "Xenoglaux," meaning "strange owl," due to the long wispy feathers around its reddish-orange eyes.
The owl inhabits the dense undergrowth of highland forests in a remote region of Peru.
Its population is estimated to be less than 1,000 birds and possibly as few as 250. (From AP report :D)
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That is one smart owl, Mrs. Owl!
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