San Isidro Owl (Strix sp. ) Mystery Owl possibly new species or Black-and-white Owl (Strix nigrolineata)
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San Isidro Owl (Strix sp. ) Mystery Owl possibly new species or Black-and-white Owl (Strix nigrolineata)
San Isidro Owl (Strix sp.) Mystery Owl possibly new species or Black-and-white Owl (Strix nigrolineata) x Black-banded Owl (Strix huhula) hybrid, adult, roosting on branch in montane rainforest at night, Andes, Ecuador, November
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Andean Andes Bird Of Prey Black And White Cross Discovered Ecuador Ecuadorian Equatorial High Altitude Hybrid Hybridisation Hybridise Hybridization Hybridize Hybrids Neotropical Neotropics Newly Night Nocturnal Owls Rainforest Rainforests Raptor Raptors Roost Roosting Roosts Species Strigidae Black Banded Montane Strix Huhula Undescribed Upland Uplands
Caught in the Act - The Mysterious Montane Owl Hybrid!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In a hidden corner of the Andes, Ecuador reveals its latest avian enigma - the San Isidro Owl. This print captures an adult owl perched on a branch, shrouded by darkness in the montane rainforest. With striking black and white plumage reminiscent of its Black-and-white Owl parentage, this nocturnal raptor has left experts puzzled. Is it a new species or a fascinating hybrid? Nature's secrets unfold as this elusive creature showcases its unique features. Its lineage is believed to be an intriguing mix of Black-and-white Owl and Black-banded Owl genes, resulting in an extraordinary blend that defies classification. High up in the mountains, at nightfall, this equatorial discovery takes flight. Equipped with sharp talons and keen eyesight, it roams these misty forests as a skilled predator. Its presence adds to the rich biodiversity found within Ecuador's neotropics. This newly unveiled bird challenges our understanding of avian genetics and hybridization processes. As scientists study these mysterious owls further, they unlock nature's intricate web of life. So let your imagination soar with this image! Marvel at the wonders hidden within Ecuador's high-altitude realms - where mystery meets beauty amidst towering peaks and lush canopies.
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