Alor Boobook
Ninox plesseni
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Least Concern
Weight
180.0 g
Family
Strigidae
Order
Strigiformes
About
The Alor Boobook is a small owl weighing about 180 g, endemic to the island of Alor in eastern Indonesia. A member of the Strigidae family, it inhabits forest and woodland on the island and hunts insects and small vertebrates at night.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 180.0 g | 6.35 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Family | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Ninox |
| Species | Ninox plesseni |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Alor Boobook endangered?
The Alor Boobook has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Alor Boobook?
The Alor Boobook has a weight of 180.0 g.
What order and family does the Alor Boobook belong to?
The Alor Boobook (Ninox plesseni) belongs to the order Strigiformes and the family Strigidae.
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