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Black-and-white Owl
Ciccaba nigrolineata
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Least Concern
Wingspan
51.0 cm
Weight
470.5 g
Family
Strigidae
Order
Strigiformes
About
The Black-and-white Owl is a medium-sized owl of humid lowland forests from Mexico to Peru. It has striking black-and-white barred plumage with large dark eyes. It hunts large insects, small rodents, and birds at night, often near forest streams and edges.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 51.0 cm | 20.1 in |
| Weight | 470.5 g | 16.60 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV,O.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Family | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Ciccaba |
| Species | Ciccaba nigrolineata |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-and-white Owl endangered?
The Black-and-white Owl has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-and-white Owl nest?
Nest type: CV,O.
How big is the Black-and-white Owl?
The Black-and-white Owl has a wingspan of 51.0 cm, weight of 470.5 g.
What order and family does the Black-and-white Owl belong to?
The Black-and-white Owl (Ciccaba nigrolineata) belongs to the order Strigiformes and the family Strigidae.
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