An African Scops-Owl resting in a shady tree diuring the day. Its feathers are fluffed out to show it is relaxed but still superb camouflage.

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An African Scops-Owl resting in a shady tree diuring the day. Its feathers are fluffed out to show it is relaxed but still superb camouflage. They are common residents and a pair have a strong pair bonding.

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Size: 2825px × 4200px
Location: Katavi National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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