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Biak Scops-owl
Otus beccarii
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
30.4 cm
Weight
127.0 g
Family
Strigidae
Order
Strigiformes
About
The Biak Scops-owl is a near-threatened small owl endemic to Biak Island in West Papua, Indonesia. It has cryptic brown-mottled plumage with small ear tufts typical of scops-owls. It inhabits lowland and hill forests, hunting insects and small vertebrates at night, and its very restricted range makes it sensitive to habitat changes.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 30.4 cm | 12.0 in |
| Weight | 127.0 g | 4.48 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Family | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Otus |
| Species | Otus beccarii |
Distribution
Biak Scops-owl has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Biak Scops-owl endangered?
The Biak Scops-owl has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Biak Scops-owl nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Biak Scops-owl?
The Biak Scops-owl has a wingspan of 30.4 cm, weight of 127.0 g.
What order and family does the Biak Scops-owl belong to?
The Biak Scops-owl (Otus beccarii) belongs to the order Strigiformes and the family Strigidae.
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