Abyssinian Owl
Asio abyssinicus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
66.9 cm
Weight
322.5 g
Family
Strigidae
Order
Strigiformes
About
The Abyssinian Owl is a medium-sized owl weighing around 323g with a 67cm wingspan, found in East African highlands. It hunts small mammals and birds in montane forest and moorland habitats.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 66.9 cm | 26.3 in |
| Weight | 322.5 g | 11.38 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: O.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Family | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Asio |
| Species | Asio abyssinicus |
Distribution
Abyssinian Owl has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Abyssinian Owl endangered?
The Abyssinian Owl has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Abyssinian Owl nest?
Nest type: O.
How big is the Abyssinian Owl?
The Abyssinian Owl has a wingspan of 66.9 cm, weight of 322.5 g.
What order and family does the Abyssinian Owl belong to?
The Abyssinian Owl (Asio abyssinicus) belongs to the order Strigiformes and the family Strigidae.
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