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ASIAN-BARRED-OWLET
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ASIAN-BARRED-OWLET (Glaucidium cuculoides)

A medium sized owl with no ear-tufts and a barred body and mantle; eyes have bright yellow iris and beak has a light greenish tinge. This owl is a resident breeder in Himalayan foothills and is sighted up to an elevation of 2800 meters above sea level.
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Habitat
Himalayan slopes with pine trees as well as broad-leaved trees including evergreen oaks.
Location
Margalla hills (Lesser himalayas)
Date taken
March 2020
Scientific name
Glaucidium cuculoides
Equipment used
Nikon D500
Shutter speed, aperture & ISO
1/680s, 6.3, 1000
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