Birds of Indian Subcontinent

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Least Concern
Mountain Scops-owl

Otus spilocephalus

Discover the Mountain Scops-owl (Otus spilocephalus), a small, elusive nocturnal predator. Learn about its appearance, habitat, diet, and birdwatching tips here.

20-24 cm

202

Brown Buff

Night Birds

Near Threatened
Nicobar Scops-owl

Otus alius

Discover the elusive Nicobar Scops-Owl (Otus alius). Learn about this rare nocturnal bird's physical appearance, unique habitat, diet, and conservation status.

18-19 cm

197

Brown White

Night Birds

Least Concern
Oriental Bay-owl

Phodilus badius

Discover the Oriental Bay-Owl (Phodilus badius), a mysterious nocturnal bird. Learn about its unique appearance, habitat, diet, and tips for spotting this rare owl.

23-29 cm

193

Chestnut Cream

Night Birds

Least Concern
Oriental Scops-owl

Otus sunia

Discover the Oriental Scops-owl (Otus sunia), a fascinating nocturnal bird. Learn about its appearance, habitat, diet, and tips for spotting this elusive owl.

17-21 cm

215

Grey-brown Buff

Night Birds

Least Concern
Pallid Scops-owl

Otus brucei

Discover the Pallid Scops-owl (Otus brucei). Learn about this elusive nocturnal raptor's physical appearance, habitat, diet, and tips for successful birdwatching.

19-22 cm

215

Grey White

Night Birds

Least Concern
Rock Eagle-owl

Bubo bengalensis

Discover the Rock Eagle-owl (Bubo bengalensis), a majestic nocturnal raptor. Learn about its habitat, physical traits, diet, and birdwatching tips in this guide.

50-56 cm

203

Brown Buff

Night Birds

Least Concern
Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

Discover the Short-eared Owl (Asio flammeus). Learn about this unique nocturnal bird's appearance, hunting habits, grassland habitat, and conservation status.

34-43 cm

206

Brown Buff

Night Birds

Spot-bellied Eagle-owl Least Concern
Spot-bellied Eagle-owl

Bubo nipalensis

Discover the majestic Spot-bellied Eagle-owl (Bubo nipalensis). Learn about its physical traits, habitat, diet, and expert tips for spotting this elusive raptor.

50-65 cm

200

Brown White

Night Birds

Least Concern
spotted owlet

Athene brama

Discover the Spotted Owlet (Athene brama), a small nocturnal bird of Asia. Learn about its urban adaptation, diverse diet, and unique nesting habits.

21-21 cm

3,691

Brown White

Night Birds

Least Concern
Sri Lanka Bay-owl

Phodilus assimilis

Discover the elusive Sri Lanka Bay-owl (Phodilus assimilis). Learn about this rare nocturnal bird's physical traits, unique habitat, diet, and conservation status.

23-30 cm

252

Chestnut White

Night Birds

Least Concern
Sri Lanka Frogmouth

Batrachostomus moniliger

Discover the mysterious Sri Lanka Frogmouth (Batrachostomus moniliger). Learn about its nocturnal behavior, unique grey and white appearance, and habitat.

20-23 cm

248

Grey White

Night Birds

Least Concern
Sykess Nightjar

Caprimulgus mahrattensis

Discover the Sykes's Nightjar (Caprimulgus mahrattensis), a master of camouflage. Learn about its habitat, diet, and unique behaviors in this guide.

22-24 cm

274

Sandy White

Night Birds

Least Concern
Tawny Fish-owl

Ketupa flavipes

Discover the Tawny Fish-owl (Ketupa flavipes), a unique nocturnal raptor. Learn about its habitat, diet, physical traits, and expert tips for birdwatching sightings.

48-58 cm

216

Rufous Cream

Night Birds