Fulvous Owl
Gilbkauz (Strix fulvescens )
The Gilbkauz (Strix fulvescens ) is a species of the family of authentics owls ( Strigidae ). It is found only in Central America.
Features
With a body size of about 41 to 44 centimeters of Gilbkauz is missing a big ear tufts Art within its genus. The face veil is pale ocher color with a striking dark edge. The body top is rusty brown with whitish spots, the underside is pale reddish brown with dark longitudinal stripes. Only the front chest is striated. The beak is yellowish. The eyes are dark brown.
Confusion possibilities especially with the Barred Owl. This species is considerably larger, colored paler and grayer. The Zebrakauz has a blackish head with a dark veil.
Area of distribution and habitat
The distribution area of Gilbkauzes ranges from southern Mexico to Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras. Barred From the separates him a gap of about 50 to 100 kilometers. The barrier between the two species form high mountain ranges.
The Gilbkauz is settled at altitudes 1200-3000 meters above sea level, a state bird, the pine-oak forests and moist forests.
Way of life
The Gilbkauz is crepuscular and nocturnal. He sits well in shaded places in treetops and in natural caves. In his life he resembles the tawny owl and the spotted owl.
The food spectrum of Gilbkauzes includes small mammals and small birds, frogs, reptiles and insects. It hunts usually consists of a raised hide waiting. As a nesting site he uses tree hollows. The nest usually includes two or three, in exceptional cases, however, five eggs. It broods alone the female. The incubation period is 28 to 30 days.