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Two new species of endangered screech owls identified from Brazil
by Liz Kimbrough on 1 April 2021
Two new species of tiny screech owls from the Amazon and Atlantic rainforests in Brazil have been described by science.
Prior to the discovery, the new owl species were grouped together with two other South American species, but by closely examining their calls, DNA, and appearance, scientists determined that there were enough differences to classify two new species.
Although the owls are new to science, they are at risk of extinction, and will likely be classified as critically endangered.
Two new species of tiny screech owls from the Amazon and Atlantic rainforests in Brazil have been described by science.
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