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Little Owl
Athene noctua
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Least Concern
Wingspan
31.4 cm
Weight
175.0 g
Family
Strigidae
Order
Strigiformes
The Little Owl (Athene noctua) is a bird species in the family Strigidae (true owls), within the order Strigiformes (owls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 31.4 cm and a weight of 175 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 31.4 cm | 12.4 in |
| Weight | 175.0 g | 6.17 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC,CV. Incubation: 28-33 days. Fledging: 30-35 days.
Clutch Size
3-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Family | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Athene |
| Species | Athene noctua |
Distribution
Little Owl has been recorded in 9 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Little Owl endangered?
The Little Owl has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Little Owl nest?
Nest type: SC,CV. Incubation: 28-33 days. Fledging: 30-35 days.
How big is the Little Owl?
The Little Owl has a wingspan of 31.4 cm, weight of 175.0 g.
What order and family does the Little Owl belong to?
The Little Owl (Athene noctua) belongs to the order Strigiformes and the family Strigidae.
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