Jamaican Owl
(Pseudoscops grammicus)
Photographed in Ochos Rios, Jamaica Nov 2015
The Jamaican Owl
is a unique owl endemic to the island of Jamaica and is the only species in the
genus Pseudoscops. An unmistakable bird, with jet-black
eyes, conspicuous ear-tufts, and a rufous overall coloration, the Jamaican Owl
can be found in open woodland, forest edge, open parkland, and even gardens.
Considering its size, it specializes in surprisingly small prey, and feeds
mainly on insects, especially beetles, but will also feed on lizards, tree
frogs and small rodents.
The Jamaican Owl
is also common along with the Barn owl. But the population is slowly dropping,
and yet not classified as endangered.
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