Little Owl

Athene noctua

(A. n. indigena)

Armenian Name:	Տնային բվիկ

See Plate 35 for Little Owl and other similar species

Resident Status:	Year-round resident
Abundance:	Uncommon
Length:	21-23 cm, Wing Span:54-58 cm
Distribution Map:	Map 182.
Description:	Large spotted rounded head, and long legs.
Adult:	Brown spotted with white above; white underparts with broad dark brown streaks.
Juvenile:	Browner with denser streaking.
Similar Species:	Eurasian Scops-Owl, Boreal Owl.
Behavior:	Active at dawn and dusk, and often seen during daylight. Undulating flight.
Habitat:	Widespread, often in suburban areas; avoids mountain peaks and dense forest.
Food:	Invertebrates, small mammals, and birds.
Nest:	Cavity in tree or building.
Eggs:	34 mm, 2-7, white.