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Banggai Scops-owl
Otus mendeni
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
30.4 cm
Weight
88.0 g
Family
Strigidae
Order
Strigiformes
About
The Banggai Scops-owl is a Near Threatened small owl of the family Strigidae found on Peleng Island in Indonesia. Weighing about 88g with a wingspan of 30.4cm, it is one of several island-endemic scops-owls in the Indonesian archipelago. It hunts insects and small vertebrates in forest habitats at night.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 30.4 cm | 12.0 in |
| Weight | 88.0 g | 3.10 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Family | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Otus |
| Species | Otus mendeni |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Banggai Scops-owl endangered?
The Banggai Scops-owl has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Banggai Scops-owl?
The Banggai Scops-owl has a wingspan of 30.4 cm, weight of 88.0 g.
What order and family does the Banggai Scops-owl belong to?
The Banggai Scops-owl (Otus mendeni) belongs to the order Strigiformes and the family Strigidae.
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