The reddish scops owl is an owl found in southeast Asia, in the countries of Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei.
Description
The reddish scops owl measures 15-18 cm in length and has a body mass of 70-83 g. Body is generally a red-brown, with paler face and ear tufts. Displays black spotting across chest, and white spotting along back and wings; juveniles appear similar to adult individuals, but with less spotting. == Taxonomy ==
Taxonomy
The reddish scops owl was first described by Thomas Horsfield in 1821 under the binomial Strix rufescens. The owl has two subspecies: • O. r. malayensis • O. r. rufescens == Habitat ==
Habitat
The reddish scops owl lives in lowland regions including rainforests and swamps. == Conservation Status ==
Conservation Status
The reddish scops owl is evaluated by the IUCN as near threatened, and its population is believed to be decreasing. == Diet ==
Diet
While not extensively studied, the diet of the reddish scops owl consists of primarily arthropods and small vertebrates. == Breeding ==
Breeding
The reddish scops owl nests in tree cavities. On Java, eggs of the species have been found in March and April, with a nestling present by mid-July. ==References==