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Rufous-collared Sparrow

One of the most successful birds in the Americas, the Rufous-collared Sparrow thrives wherever open space and human activity overlap. In Costa Rica, it is a constant presence in the Central Valley and beyond, hopping along roadsides, gardens, and farmlands.

Striped Owl

🦉 The Striped Owl (Asio clamator) is a medium-sized, nocturnal carnivore with striking markings and ear tufts. It hunts rodents and birds in open woodlands and grasslands.

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