Appearance
Light-brown feathers along its
chest and stomach. Dark brown feathers with white
spots along its wings. Size: 56 cm (22 in)
Description
A specialized, semiaquatic owl,
the brown fish owl is always found near water and
feeds on fish, as well as on the more typical prey
of owls. Its feet and ankles are unfeathered, an adaptation
which allows it to wade in the shallows to catch fish
without the plumage getting wet.
Regions
Middle East to S. China, Sri
Lanka, S.E. Asia in forested streams and lakes
Diet
Fish
Breeding
The breeding season of this
species begins in February or March. It makes a nest
platform in a tree by joining some branches together,
or nests on a ledge or rock. Only 1 or 2 eggs are
laid and are then incubated by both parents for a
total of about 35 days.
Status
Wildlife Protection of Thailand,
Wildlife Preservation and Protection Act 1992
Appearance
Status