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Indian Scops-owl
Otus bakkamoena
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Least Concern
Wingspan
29.2 cm
Weight
142.33333333333334 g
Family
Strigidae
Order
Strigiformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 29.2 cm | 11.5 in |
| Weight | 142.33333333333334 g | 5.02 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 25-27 days.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Family | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Otus |
| Species | Otus bakkamoena |
Distribution
Indian Scops-owl has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Indian Scops-owl endangered?
The Indian Scops-owl has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Indian Scops-owl nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 25-27 days.
How big is the Indian Scops-owl?
The Indian Scops-owl has a wingspan of 29.2 cm, weight of 142.33333333333334 g.
What order and family does the Indian Scops-owl belong to?
The Indian Scops-owl (Otus bakkamoena) belongs to the order Strigiformes and the family Strigidae.
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