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BRIGHTS ZOO
3425 HWY 11E
Limestone, TN 37681

Tel: (423) 257-1927

Brights Zoo is a privately owned zoo. Therefore, the zoo does not receive state, local or federal funding of any kind. All admissions proceeds goes directly towards caring for the animals and upkeep of the zoo. This includes animal housing, appropriate diet, veterinary care, new exhibit and design for all maintenance of the facility.

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SOUTHERN WHITE-FACED OWL

Distribution Map

[Ptilopsis granti]
Habitat: savannas
Size: 38"
Weight: 4-5 lbs
Incubation Period: 30 days
Number of Young: 2-3

- Formerly known as the White-faced Scops-Owl.
- Owls have highly sensitive hearing and the ears are asymmetrical allowing owls to localize a sound.
- Is nocturnal and spends much of the day roosting.
- They have massive eyes relative to their body size.
- Contrary to popular belief, owls cannot see well in extreme dark and are able to see fine in the day.