Eurasian Scops Owl

Otus scops

© 2025
Share   
0 recent observations

Brief #

Plumage is predominantly grey-brown in colour, with a paler face and underparts.

Synonyms #

  • Autillo europeo (Spanish)
  • Moucho de orellas (Galician)

Red List Status #

The Eurasian Scops Owl is unlikely to become extinct in the near future.
Find out more about IUCN's Red List program here

Description #

Somewhat smaller than the little owl (Athene noctua). It perches upright and shows small ear tufts. The plumage is predominantly grey-brown in colour, with a paler face, underparts and shoulder line.

Measurements #

Length: 19 - 21 cm
Wingspan: 47 - 54 cm
Weight: 60 - 135 g