(_two-thirds Nat. size_)]
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The SPARROW OWLS (_Microptynx_), so called from their diminutive size,
are by far the most pleasing and elegant group of their family, and
are found throughout all parts of the globe, with the exception of
Australia; in the southern portions of Asia, America, and Africa, they
are particularly numerous. Extensive forests are their favourite resorts,
and there they may be seen flying about during the entire day in search
of food.