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Hume's Boobook (Ninox obscura)

Hume's Boobook

Ninox obscura

Least Concern

Overview

Hume's boobook, also known as Hume's hawk-owl, is a species of owl in the family Strigidae that is endemic to the Andaman Islands. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, although it is noted as becoming rare due to habitat loss.

Habitat

The species inhabits subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests as well as subtropical or tropical mangrove forests. Its range is restricted to the Andaman Islands.

Did you know?

The bird is notable for being a species of owl that is specifically endemic to the Andaman Islands.

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