[Ireland, Belfast] Owl sp.? (1 Viewer)

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rafnuss

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• Sep 11, 2018

• #1

Hello,
I've recorded this bird on the 5th of July near Belfast aroun 10-11pm. It sounds like a juvenile owl to me but I'm really not experienced with such bird. Any suggestion?

 

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esmondb

The fool that MrT doesn't pity

• Sep 11, 2018

• #2

Somewhat reminiscent of the begging calls of young woodpigeons in the nests in my garden. I can't hear anything owl-like.

 

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rafnuss

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• Nov 23, 2018

• #3

Maybe a gull?

 

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HH75

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• Nov 23, 2018

• #4

Hi Rafnuss,
How dark was it at the time, and what was the habitat like in the area? It's not any of the Irish owls, but I'm torn between calls made by younger Herring Gulls and, completely unrelated, Common Buzzard chicks. Both of these species would be found in the general area.
Regards,
Harry

 

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rafnuss

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• Nov 23, 2018

• #5

It was the city center, rather dark but could be sure. A friend also told me gull...
Thanks,