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Glaucidium passerinum
Photo by Rob


Identification

The smallest European owl, with males only weighing 50 - 65 grams. A tiny, small-headed owl which often perches at the top of trees.

Distribution

Taxonomy

Habitat

Behaviour

It can be a fearsome hunter and will tackle larger birds, such as starlings.

Bird Song

<flashmp3>Glaucidium passerinum (song).mp3</flashmp3>
Listen in an external program

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