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Long-whiskered Owlet
Xenoglaux loweryi
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
20.7 cm
Weight
46.9 g
Family
Strigidae
Order
Strigiformes
The Long-whiskered Owlet (Xenoglaux loweryi) is a bird species in the family Strigidae (true owls), within the order Strigiformes (owls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 20.7 cm and a weight of 46.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 20.7 cm | 8.1 in |
| Weight | 46.9 g | 1.65 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Family | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Xenoglaux |
| Species | Xenoglaux loweryi |
Distribution
Long-whiskered Owlet has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Long-whiskered Owlet endangered?
The Long-whiskered Owlet has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Long-whiskered Owlet?
The Long-whiskered Owlet has a wingspan of 20.7 cm, weight of 46.9 g.
What order and family does the Long-whiskered Owlet belong to?
The Long-whiskered Owlet (Xenoglaux loweryi) belongs to the order Strigiformes and the family Strigidae.
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