Asian Barred Owlet
Glaucidium cuculoides
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<birdfyi-bird slug="glaucidium-cuculoides"></birdfyi-bird>The Asian Barred Owlet (Glaucidium cuculoides) is a bird species in the family Strigidae (true owls), within the order Strigiformes (owls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 29.6 cm and a weight of 201.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Asian Barred Owlet is a small owl found in forests and wooded areas across South and Southeast Asia. Weighing about 201g with a wingspan near 29.6cm, it has finely barred brown-and-white plumage and is often active during the day. It feeds on insects, small reptiles, and small birds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 29.6 cm | 11.7 in |
| Weight | 201.5 g | 7.11 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Family | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Glaucidium |
| Species | Glaucidium cuculoides |
Distribution
Asian Barred Owlet has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Strigidae family