Notes on the Nest, Owlets, Diet, and Parasites of the Choco Screech-Owl (Megascops guatemalae centralis) in Loma Alta Communal Reserve, Western Ecuador

Abstract:

The Choco Screech-Owl (Megascops guatemalae centralis) is one of the rarest birds in Ecuador and its taxonomy remains poorly understood. Here, we describe the nest, owlet morphology, prey items, defensive behaviors, a newly discovered locality for the species, and the occurrence of parasitism, caused by Philornis sp. of the owlets.

Año de publicación:

2017

Keywords:

• ECUADOR
• Megascops guatemalae centralis
• Nest
• Philornis
• diet

Fuente:

scopus