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Northern Pygmy-owl
Glaucidium californicum
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Wingspan
18.7 cm
Weight
70.3 g
Family
Strigidae
Order
Strigiformes
The Northern Pygmy-owl (Glaucidium californicum) is a bird species in the family Strigidae (true owls), within the order Strigiformes (owls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 18.7 cm and a weight of 70.3 g.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.7 cm | 7.4 in |
| Weight | 70.3 g | 2.48 oz |
Habitat & Range
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 28 days. Fledging: 23 days.
Clutch Size
2-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Family | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Glaucidium |
| Species | Glaucidium californicum |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Northern Pygmy-owl nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 28 days. Fledging: 23 days.
How big is the Northern Pygmy-owl?
The Northern Pygmy-owl has a wingspan of 18.7 cm, weight of 70.3 g.
What order and family does the Northern Pygmy-owl belong to?
The Northern Pygmy-owl (Glaucidium californicum) belongs to the order Strigiformes and the family Strigidae.
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