Birds of Ladakh

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Common name:

Long-eared Owl

Ladakhi name:

Ugpa

Scientific name:

Asio otus

Order:

strigiformes

Family:

strigidae

fun facts:

The Long-eared Owl is a rare and nocturnal passage migrant to Ladakh.

It can be spotted in wooded areas, plantations, dry plains or even under bushes up to 4000 m. 

Bird Club Contributor:

Stanzin Chamba, Nubra