Birds and wildlife
Little Owl
Athene noctuaGroup: OwlsUK Conservation status:Not assessedHow to identify
This small owl was introduced to the UK in the 19th century. It can be seen in the daylight, usually perching on a tree branch, telegraph pole or rock. It will bob its head up and down when alarmed. In flight, it has rounded wings, rapid wingbeats and flies with a slight bounce. Breeding Bird Survey data suggests that Little Owl numbers are declining, with the UK population estimated to be down by 24 per cent between 1995 and 2008.Call
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Little Owl
Tomas Belka / xeno-canto
Key
- Resident
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