About Owls and Owlets

Did you know that a group of owls is called a parliament? Let us talk about Owls and Owlets.

Arrow Photos by Mukund Kumar

This is a juvenile of Dusky eagle owl. Owls are bigger than Owlets in size.

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A adult Dusky eagle owl. These are nocturnal birds who rest or sleep during the day time.

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Spotted owlet. Resident of all kind of habitat including human habitation. Feeds on insects and rodents.

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Jungle owlet: Small in size, found mainly in Himalayan range. Feeds on insects, rodents and small birds.

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Brown fish owl. A big size owl lives near the water body and feeds mainly on fish, frog and crabs, and sometimes rodents and birds.

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The Asian barred owlet, A small size beautiful bird found in north-east and north central India.

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A dramatic shot of juvenile Dusky eagle owl in dusk. The eyes are lit by setting sun.

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