Black-and-white Owl
Ciccaba nigrolineata
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<birdfyi-bird slug="ciccaba-nigrolineata"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-and-white Owl (Ciccaba nigrolineata) is a bird species in the family Strigidae (true owls), within the order Strigiformes (owls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 51 cm and a weight of 470.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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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
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 |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Strigidae family