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Source – This post on Spot Bellied Eagle Owl has been created based on the article “Maha Pench Tiger Reserve reports first photographic record of forest eagle owl” published in “Times of India” on 3 June 2024.

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Recently, Pench Tiger Reserve (PTR), Maharashtra reported the first photographic record of a spot-bellied eagle owl. write in active voice

Aspect	Description
About	1. The spot-bellied eagle-owl is a large bird of prey with a formidable appearance. 2. They are also known as the forest eagle-owl.
Distribution	1) It inhabits diverse environments such as tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and savannas. 2) This bird is widely distributed across India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and various regions in Southeast Asia.
Characteristic features	1) They are large, measuring between 50 and 65 cm in length and weighing between 1500 to 1700 grams. 2) It boasts a wingspan of up to 1.7 meters. 3) Its distinctive appearance is characterized by a rich chocolate brown color on the upper body, dotted with white spots. 4) Its name derives from the light cream color of its underbelly and breast, which are prominently marked with bold black spots. 5) This species is primarily active at night. 6) As an apex predator, it preys on rodents, small mammals, reptiles, and insects. 7) It is solitary and territorial, maintaining a specific home range.
Conservation Status	IUCN Status: Least Concern Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972: Schedule IV CITES: Appendix II.

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