Arabian Eagle-owl
Bubo milesi
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Least Concern
Family
Strigidae
Order
Strigiformes
About
The Arabian Eagle-owl is a large owl endemic to the Arabian Peninsula, placed in the Strigidae family alongside other eagle-owls. It inhabits rocky desert terrain, wadis, and escarpments where it hunts mammals and birds under cover of darkness. This species is distinguished from related eagle-owls by its adaptation to the harsh arid landscapes of the region.
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CR.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Family | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Bubo |
| Species | Bubo milesi |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Arabian Eagle-owl endangered?
The Arabian Eagle-owl has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Arabian Eagle-owl nest?
Nest type: CR.
What order and family does the Arabian Eagle-owl belong to?
The Arabian Eagle-owl (Bubo milesi) belongs to the order Strigiformes and the family Strigidae.
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