Pearlspotted Owl Glaucidium pearlatum

They are widely spread in Southern Africa, found in mainly bushveld and woodland areas, where they are commonly seen all year round. They are probably the most diurnal of the Southern African owls, moving about alone or in pairs. They feed on a variety of prey from arthropods and bats to small rodents. They have been recorded to take laughing dove, weighing 200g, an achievement considering the owl only weighs around 85g. They will breed from August to November and possibly both parents incubate the eggs for upto 31 days.