Eastern Screech-Owl

The Eastern Screech-Owl (Megascops asio) is a true owl and a member of Strigidae family.

Description
Very small owl with prominent ear tufts, with three morphs and intermediates present.

Length is 18 - 23 cm. Weight is 125 - 250 g, but females average 30 g heavier than the males.

Greyish-brown and grey morphs are more prominent in the north, while red morphs are more prominent in its southern range.