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Micrathene whitneyi

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Owl Portrait - Little Owl or elf owl in tree close up

a little owl , or elf

The elf owl is the smallest and lightest owl in the world, weighing only 1.4 ounces on average.

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Adult Elf Owl (Micrathene whitneyi) in Brewster County, Texas, USA.

Elf Owl

The Elf Owl population is declining due to habitat destruction.

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An Elf Owl, Micrathene whitneyi, nesting in a post

Elf Owl

An Elf Owl, Micrathene whitneyi, nesting in a post.

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Elf Owls - Mate Feeding

Elf Owls

During courtship, male elf owls sing inside a potential nest and feed the females.

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a little owl , or elf

Elf Owl

Micrathene whitneyi

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