A crested owl with intricate brown and tan plumage perched on a branch, gazing forward.

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   ausgeo (ausgeo@newsmast.social)'s status on Thursday, 10-Oct-2024 22:17:02 JST ausgeo

   No, this isn't a dragon hatchling – it's a great-eared nightjar!

   A nocturnal species known for its haunting calls and unusual habit of incubating its eggs on the forest floor, the great-eared nightjar (Lyncornis macrotis) is a sight to behold for those lucky enough to spot one in the wild.

   Learn more about these beautiful little birds… https://ausgeo.co/nightjar

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