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Schola-White Faced Scops Owl

Schola, a gentle White-Faced Scops Owl at Owl Village Harajuku in Tokyo, known for his calm nature and big orange eyes.
Schola, the White-Faced Scops Owl at Owl Village Harajuku
Schola the White-Faced Scops Owl at Owl Village Harajuku in Tokyo, displaying his rare defensive pose with feathers spread wide.
Schola showing his famous puffed-up pose at Owl Village Harajuku
Schola the White-Faced Scops Owl at Owl Village Harajuku, Tokyo, showing his unique slim posture that looks just like a tree branch.
Schola mimicking a tree branch at Owl Village Harajuku

Schola – White-Faced Scops Owl (Ptilopsis leucotis)
Schola is a White-Faced Scops Owl who lives at Owl Village Harajuku.
He’s famous for his expressive body language
when threatened, he puffs up to appear larger, and when scared,
he slims down to mimic a tree branch.
However, Schola is so calm and confident
that it’s rare to see these transformations.
Only on special occasions, like when a crow appears outside the window,
might he reveal this unique defense pose — a truly rare sight!
Gentle and kind, Schola gets along well with both people and other owls,
no matter their size — from the tiny Little Owls to the grand Indian Eagle Owl.
When he’s in a good mood, he may even perch gently on a guest’s hand.
Schola also loves taking baths and shows a surprising range of adorable expressions,
delighting everyone who visits.
At the café, he is regarded as the wise elder of the flock.
According to the staff’s stories, Schola once helped raise the twin Little Owls,
Azuki and Ohagi, guiding them into adulthood with care.
Come and meet Schola
his calm presence and gentle heart are sure to bring you peace and happiness.
Mini FAQ 
Q1. What species is Schola?
Schola is a White-Faced Scops Owl (Ptilopsis leucotis),
a fascinating species known for its expressive face and big orange eyes.
He lives at Owl Village Harajuku in Tokyo,
where visitors can meet him up close in a calm and cozy atmosphere.
Q2. What is Schola’s personality like?
Schola is gentle, friendly, and full of curiosity.
He gets along well with both people and other owls,
from tiny Little Owls to large Indian Eagle Owls.
When he’s relaxed, he sometimes perches on a guest’s hand
— a truly special experience for visitors at the Harajuku Owl Café.
Q3. Why does Schola change his body shape?
White-Faced Scops Owls are famous for their unique defense posture.
When threatened, Schola puffs up to look big and powerful,
and when he feels cautious, he slims down to mimic a tree branch!
At Owl Village Harajuku, he rarely gets scared,
so witnessing this transformation is a rare and precious moment.
Q4. What does Schola enjoy doing at Owl Village Harajuku?
Schola loves taking baths and showing off his many cute expressions.
He’s known as the “wise elder” among the owls and is loved by everyone in the café.
Watching Schola’s calm and peaceful demeanor brings happiness to
​all who visit Owl Village Harajuku in Tokyo.
Updated: 2025-10-25
A heartwarming story from Owl Village Harajuku -- Grandpa Schola and the twin sisters, Azuki and Ohagi.
A heartwarming story from Owl Village Harajuku — Grandpa Schola and the twin sisters, Azuki and Ohagi.

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