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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.

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[–] anon6789 12 points 3 months ago (2 children)

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.

[–] Bunnylux 3 points 3 months ago (1 children)
[–] anon6789 3 points 3 months ago

They are quite unique looking!

[–] FuglyDuck 2 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago)

Fabulous.

and fabulous.

(that feeling when you realize an owl has better fashion sense than you...)