Costa Rican Pygmy-Owl

Costa Rican Pygmy-Owl

A Reference for North and Central American Owls

The Costa Rican Pygmy-Owl comes in both brown and rufous color morphs. It is restricted in range from Central Costa Rica south to West Panama (possibly East Panama too). Here you can find photos, a Central American range map and information to help identify and enjoy this beautiful owl. The Field Notes section includes information on nesting, habitat, behavior, vocalizations, description and identification.

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