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December 15, 1967

A sub-fossil record of a barn owl in New Zealand

Ron J. Scarlett

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Barn owl bones of Tyto alba were recovered from a sub-fossil deposit.
The discovery took place at Tom Bowling Beach, Northland, enhancing understanding of species distribution.
Analysis of the sub-fossil record contributes to insights into historical wildlife in New Zealand.
The presence of Tyto alba indicates a long-term ecological relationship with the region's environment.

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Findings reveal a sub-fossil record of Tyto alba from Tom Bowling Beach, suggesting historical presence.

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Bones of Tyto alba subsp. are recorded from a sub-fossil deposit at Tom Bowling Beach, Northland.

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synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1e25b54b1d3bfb6100022 https://doi.org/10.63172/633834mbyupf

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