Photo by Brian Santos
From Wikipedia:
The Philippine scops owl is a fairly small-to-mid-sized species of owl, but is arguably the largest true species of scops owl. Adults measure from 23 to 28 cm (9.1 to 11.0 in). Their body mass can range from 125 to 310 g (4.4 to 10.9 oz), with females often considerably larger than males.
Are they really pink around the eyes like that? Wow!
Good catch! I didn't even take notice to that myself. It does add a very nice touch of flair.
The Verrreux Eagle Owl is famous for having pink eyelids, so it would not shock me if this was a pretty natural color for the Scops and not just some flashy photo editing.
What a diva!
They are quite unique looking!
Fabulous.
and fabulous.
(that feeling when you realize an owl has better fashion sense than you...)
It really likes lipstick, but unfortunately doesn't have lips.