Andaman Boobook
Ninox affinis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="ninox-affinis"></birdfyi-bird>The Andaman Boobook (Ninox affinis) is a bird species in the family Strigidae (true owls), within the order Strigiformes (owls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 38.2 cm and a weight of 146 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Andaman Boobook is a medium-sized owl with a 38.2 cm wingspan, weighing 146 grams, endemic to the Andaman Islands. It inhabits forest and woodland habitats on the islands. Like other boobooks, it is a nocturnal hunter of insects and small vertebrates.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 38.2 cm | 15.0 in |
| Weight | 146.0 g | 5.15 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Family | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Ninox |
| Species | Ninox affinis |
Distribution
Andaman Boobook has been recorded in 1 countries.
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