Originally introduced from Germany, little owls are now established in the South Island. They are found mainly in flat pastoral country, especially on the east coast, while the native morepork is found more commonly on the west coast.
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Department of Conservation
Reference:
10037224
Photograph by J. L. Kendrick
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Sound file from the Department of Conservation
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