Birds of Costa Rica

Owls

There are 16 owl species in Costa Rica, all of which are colored in shades of brown. These chiefly nocturnal animals are known for their ability to hunt in the night. Some of the most wide-spread owls include the striped owl, crested owl, spectacled owl, mottled owl, and black-and-white owl.

Spectacled owl in Sarapiqui, Heredia via @gabrielramirezfoto