The Stygian Owl (Asio stygius) is also known as the “devil’s owl,” thanks to its horn-like tufts. Other notable physical traits that distinguish this bird: the long, slender build of its body and its dusky plumage. The nocturnal bird has a wide range that includes parts of Mexico, Cuba, Honduras, and Brazil. It tends to inhabit montane forests, where it feeds on bats, small mammals, and birds.

Photo: Bruno Oliani, CC BY-NC 4.0, iNaturalist

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A photo of a Stygian Owl perched on a tree branch. It has dark feathers on its face and back, and lighter feathers toward its chest. It has large yellow eyes and horn-like plumage at the top of its head.
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