Jungle Owlet/වයිරම් බස්සා/වන උපබස්සා[Wayiram Bassa/Wana Upabassa] (Glaucidium radiatum)

The Jungle Owlet is a relatively uncommon breeding resident, found locally in dense forests, wooded areas, and nearby well-wooded home gardens, ranging from dry lowlands to dry mid-hills. It is typically solitary or seen in pairs and remains active both day and night. This territorial bird primarily feeds on insects, beetles, and other invertebrates, but it also preys on small birds, rats, and lizards. Breeding occurs during the first half of the year, with the owlet laying 3-4 eggs in a tree hole, directly on the floor of the cavity.