Eurasian Scops-owl

Otus scops

(O. s. scops)

Armenian Name:	Եվրոպական բվիկ

See Plate 35 for Eurasian Scops-owl and other similar species

Resident Status:	Breeding bird
Abundance:	Uncommon
Length:	19-20 cm, Wing Span:53-63 cm
Distribution Map:	Map 180.
Description:	Yellow eyes, broad ear tufts. Delicate black streaks on a complex pattern of fine bars below.
Similar Species:	Differs from Little Owl by slimmer body, ear tufts, and finely barred and streaked underparts.
Behavior:	Nocturnal. Far-carrying whistle is repeated every few seconds.
Habitat:	Woodlands, orchards, forest edges.
Food:	Invertebrates, small rodents.
Nest:	Cavity in tree or building; old nest of crow.
Eggs:	32 mm, 3-5, white.