Little owl — Athene noctua
Family: StrigidaeGenus: Athene A petite owl typically found in open landscapes like farmland dotted with hedges and scattered trees, orchards, open woodlands, and quarries. It stands out with its white-spotted upperparts and captivating yellow eyes framed by white brows, often adopting an alert posture with a frequently upright stance. This owl nests in tree hollows …
