Albertine Owlet
Glaucidium albertinum
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
26.0 cm
Weight
73.0 g
Family
Strigidae
Order
Strigiformes
About
The Albertine Owlet is a small, near-threatened owl weighing about 73 g with a wingspan of 26 cm. Endemic to the montane forests of the Albertine Rift in Central Africa, it is rarely observed and its habits are poorly known due to its remote and dense forest habitat.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 26.0 cm | 10.2 in |
| Weight | 73.0 g | 2.58 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Family | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Glaucidium |
| Species | Glaucidium albertinum |
Distribution
Albertine Owlet has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Albertine Owlet endangered?
The Albertine Owlet has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Albertine Owlet?
The Albertine Owlet has a wingspan of 26.0 cm, weight of 73.0 g.
What order and family does the Albertine Owlet belong to?
The Albertine Owlet (Glaucidium albertinum) belongs to the order Strigiformes and the family Strigidae.
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