also: こえのブッポウソウ
Rare term for the Eurasian scops owl (Otus scops). The name literally means 'voice of the Buddhist priest', referring to its call. Often confused with or related to 木の葉木菟 (このはのずく), another owl species.
See also: コノハズク
The Eurasian scops owl is a rare owl species named after its call.
Another owl species often mentioned alongside 声の仏法僧; both have distinctive calls and are rare terms.
Rare kanji spelling for a specific owl species; the katakana form 声のブッポウソウ is more common.
Katakana form is more common than the kanji spelling; still a rare term overall.
The name literally means 'voice of the Buddhist priest', derived from the owl's call, which was likened to the chanting of a Buddhist monk.