Early evolution of diurnal habits in owls (Aves, Strigiformes) documented by a new and exquisitely preserved Miocene owl fossil from China
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DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2119217119
Abstract: Significance Owls, with their largely nocturnal habits, contrast strikingly with the vast majority of diurnal birds. A new spectacular late Miocene owl skeleton from China unexpectedly preserves the oldest evidence for daytime behavior in owls.… read more here.
Keywords: owl; evolution diurnal; diurnal habits; miocene ... See more keywords