Vermiculated Fishing Owl

Marmorfischeule (Bubo bouvieri )

The Marmorfischeule (Bubo bouvieri, in older literature also Scotopelia bouvieri ) belongs to the non-endangered authentics Owls of Strigidae family. Previously, the species was placed in the genus Scotopelia. This genus is now regarded as a sub-species of owls.

Distribution area

The distribution area covers an area of ​​approximately 1,100,000 square kilometers. The total population of that species does not fall below the threshold, which is determined by the IUCN. Therefore, the owl is called " not endangered" ( least concern ).

Identification

The Marmorfischeule is 46-51 inches tall. The upper part of the plumage is light brown. The lower part of the body is white with dark speckles. Dark button eyes adorn the face.

Distribution area

You can find the bird in the countries of Angola, Cameroon, for example, in the Korup National Park, Central African Republic, Republic of Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, for example, Loango and Nigeria, for example Agen Bode. As habitat preferred the owl freshwater areas in the forest (subtropical and tropical ) and wetlands.