Crow-Indian Is Flagged 'Disturbing' Owl-Buff in Paraná

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An Indian raven (Corvus splendens), an exotic species originating in southern Asia, was caught in a confrontation with an Indian owl (Athene cunicularia) in the port of Paranaguá, on the coast of Paraná. In the images, the owl appears defending the nest while the raven seems to be trying to disturb it, possibly in search of eggs or cubs. The record shows an agonistic interaction, behavior associated with conflicts between animals, and drew the a…