Birds Of Padhri Wildlife Reserve

Medium-sized, rather slender owl with long ‘sear’ tufts. Strictly nocturnal; rarely seen foraging at dusk and dawn. 

Found In areas with a mix of dense cover for roosting, such as brushy thickets or conifer groves, aml open spaces for hunting.  

Generally uncommon to rare and seldom-seen, but can gather in communal winter roosts with dozens of individuals (if you’re lucky enough to find a roost, do not disturb tlic birds).