Pel's Fishing-Owl
- Scientific name
- Scotopelia peli
- Family
- Strigidae
- Conservation status
- Near threatened
- Habitat
- Wetland marsh
- Wing shape
- Broad
- Tail shape
- Rounded
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Why it matters
Pel's fishing-owl is a remarkable member of the Strigidae family, noted for its specialized diet of fish and its distinct, broad wings and rounded tail that aid in navigating dense riparian habitats. Because it is largely nocturnal and elusive, it remains a highly sought-after sighting for bird enthusiasts across sub-Saharan Africa.
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