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Phodilus badius
Also known as: Oriental Bay Owl
Basic stats
Diet
Insects, small vertebrates
Habitat
Forest understorey
Range
South and Southeast Asia
Clutch size
3–5 eggs (typical for bay owls)
Incubation period
About 25–28 days (typical for bay owls)
Size
Small (23–29cm)
Wingspan
~50–55cm
Weight
~250–350g
A small, distinctive owl related to the barn owl family, with a heart-shaped facial disc, rich chestnut plumage and small ear-tufts.
Hunts insects and small vertebrates at night in forest understorey, and is an uncommon, sought-after sighting given its secretive habits.
