The Pearl-spotted Owlet may be small, but they are dashing hunters of small birds and mammals. They have a strong pair bond and will protect territory

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The Pearl-spotted Owlet may be small, but they are dashing hunters of small birds and mammals. They have a strong pair bond and will protect their territory, using antiphonal calling

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Size: 5500px × 3845px
Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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