Note: Bird migrations and movements can have exceptions due to specific reasons and may change from day to day. Here, I will provide general or generic information on the topic. This information is intended to educate bird enthusiasts by providing fundamental knowledge about Indian birds.
Information of Brown wood owl
IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature):
Least Concern
Approximate size(adult):
Length about 45–55 cm; wingspan ~95–110 cm; weight around 400–700 g. Medium to large owl with dark brown upperparts, buff underparts with streaks, and prominent facial disc.
Resident/ Migrate from:
Resident across South and Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and parts of Southeast Asia.
Migrate to:
Non-migratory; largely sedentary with only minor local movements depending on prey availability.
Breeding season:
Typically January to June, varying slightly by region. Breeding peaks during dry or pre-monsoon months.
Breed in:
Nests in tree cavities, old nests of other large birds, or dense foliage. Lays 2–4 eggs, incubated mainly by the female. Both parents feed the chicks.
Habitat:
Prefers dense forests, wooded hills, and forest edges. Often roosts during the day in thick foliage or tree hollows.
Diet:
Carnivorous: feeds on small mammals, birds, reptiles, and large insects. Hunts mainly at night using stealth and acute hearing.