The crested owl (Lophostrix cristata) is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is the only species (monotypic) in the genus Lophostrix. It is a resident bird and occurs in Central America and northern South America. It is a medium-sized owl, easily recognizable with its very long whitish ear tufts and otherwise darker appearance. It inhabits lowland rainforests and prefers old growth in proximity with water. The crested owl is a strictly nocturnal species, but very little is known about its behaviour.
^BirdLife International (2018). "Lophostrix cristata". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2018: e.T22689177A130160501. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2018-2.RLTS.T22689177A130160501.en. Retrieved 12 November 2021.
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