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Nocturnal Watchman: Spotted Owlet (Athene brama) in Purbasthali, West Bengal

The Wise Watchman: A fantastic portrait of a Spotted Owlet (Athene brama) taken during the day in Purbasthali. These small, adaptable owls play a vital role in the ecosystem, acting as natural pest controllers by feeding on rodents and insects in agricultural lands and urban areas. They rely on old tree hollows and abandoned structures in places like Purbasthali for safe nesting and roosting.

 

Protecting the local environment means securing crucial roosting sites for species like this owlet, who thrives when our natural spaces are managed sustainably.

 

Support Local Biodiversity: Click here to learn more about the ongoing work in Purbasthali and how your support helps secure vital habitats for all our regional wildlife, from owlets to aquatic raptors:

 

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Every visit helps us protect the spaces where these amazing creatures live.

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Uploaded on October 26, 2025
Taken on March 29, 2025