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Identification

Aegolius funereus (Tengmalm's owl/boreal owl)

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Image of: Aegolius funereus (Tengmalm's owl/boreal owl)

Caption

Anterior view of Boreal Owl, Aegolius funereus, showing the asymetrical ear openings, characteristic of this genus. This probably assists them in locating their prey in the dark.

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Bird Division external link (photographer, copyright holder, identification), Museum of Zoology, University of Michigan


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