Brown Hawk-Owl or Brown Boobook (Ninox scutulata) भूरा बाज़ उल्लू - Birds Around Me 0254
The Brown Hawk-Owl, also known as the Brown Boobook, is a fascinating nocturnal bird found across India and much of Asia. In Hindi, it is called भूरा बाज़ उल्लू, a name that reflects both its hawk-like appearance and its owl identity. Brown Hawk-Owl or Brown Boobook (Ninox scutulata) भूरा बाज़ उल्लू Jabalpur, December 2025 This medium-sized owl measures about 30–35 cm in length. Its plumage is predominantly brown, with streaked underparts and a solid brown back. The most striking feature is its pair of large, bright yellow eyes, which give it an intense gaze. Unlike many owls, it lacks prominent ear tufts, giving its head a rounded, hawk-like look. The Brown Hawk-Owl is widely distributed across India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and extending eastward into China, Indonesia, and Japan. It prefers wooded areas, orchards, gardens, and forest edges, often roosting quietly in dense foliage during the day. At night, it becomes active, hunting from expo...