Marsh Owl
- Scientific name
- Asio capensis
- Family
- Strigidae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Wetland marsh
- Wing shape
- Broad
- Tail shape
- Rounded
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Why it matters
The marsh owl (Asio capensis) is a distinctive ground-dwelling raptor recognized by its broad wings and rounded tail, which allow for low, agile hunting flights over grasslands and wetlands. Unlike many other owls that favor woodland habitats, this species is uniquely adapted to open marshes, making sightings particularly rewarding for those who document specialized avian environments.
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