An African Scops Owl at its roost close to the nest hole. Their superb camouflage and ability to remain motionless enables them to hide in plain site


An African Scops Owl at its roost close to the nest hole. Their superb camouflage and ability to remain motionless enables them to hide in plain site


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Location: Katavi National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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