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The struggle for conservation: endangered species and the Pyrenean owl

by PREMIUM.CAT
Una escena serena y encantadora que representa el 'Pirinenc Owl' en su hábitat natural dentro de los 'Pirineos'. El búho, de tamaño pequeño con una apariencia de 'blanco grisáceo', está posado en una rama de un 'árbol de coníferas', su estructura única del cráneo evidente con un orificio de oído orientado hacia arriba y el otro hacia abajo, mostrando su notable habilidad para capturar sonido Desde todas las direcciones. El fondo presenta un bosque denso de 'viejos árboles de coníferas', específicamente 'pinos negros' y 'abetos', con parches de 'nieve' que cubren el suelo, insinuando la capacidad del búho para cazar incluso en condiciones de invierno. La luz del sol se filtra a través de las ramas, lanzando sombras moteadas en el suelo del bosque, donde se pueden ver pequeños 'roedores' para correr, representando a la presa del búho. La atmósfera es tranquila pero llena de los sutiles sonidos de la naturaleza, ya que se puede escuchar el búho masculino cantando temprano en la mañana, agregando una capa de vida

A global alert on biodiversity

The world is facing an unprecedented environmental crisis, with more than 32,000 endangered plant and animal species. Notable among them is an alarming number of more than five thousand species of animals fighting for their survival. The question we need to ask ourselves is: What are the most risk species in Europe?

The challenges of amicated species

The presence of invasive species, both accidentally and intentionally, is severely altered food chains. This situation leads us to reflect on the future of our own species: Could we be the following when disappearing from the map?

The Pyrenean owl: a treasure in danger

The Pyrenean owl, with a distinctive skull that presents ears oriented asymmetrically, is a fascinating example of how nature has adapted. This feature allows you to detect sounds within a radius of 360 degrees, a key ability to hunt, even in snow conditions. This species is currently classified as vulnerable.

Habitat and living conditions

This owl shows in the old subalpine coniferous forests, especially in areas with black pine and fir, at altitudes ranging from 1,650 to 2,200 meters. Its dependence on the ancient forests and the need for nests in woodpeckers make their survival closely linked to the health of their natural habitats.

Distribution and behavior

With a Holartic distribution, the Pyrenean owl is in taiga areas of Eurasia and North America. In Europe, it lives mainly in dense forests of subalpine conifers. Its presence in the Pyrenees was not documented until 1964, with the discovery of a nest in Font-romeu. However, it was in the 1980’s that its extent was confirmed throughout the mountainous chain, including the French and Spanish slopes, as well as Andorra.

Its sedentary nature, along with its singing habits during the spring, makes it a difficult animal to detect. The males emit their songs at a very specific schedule, which varies between dawn and an hour after sunset, which contributes to their invisibility.

Reflections on conservation

The situation of the Pyrenean owl is only a reflection of the multiple challenges facing endangered species. Its preservation depends not only on the protection of its habitat, but also on our ability to recognize the importance of biodiversity in the maintenance of ecological balance. Our action today can determine the future of many species, including ours.

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