Bermuda Saw-whet Owl vs Rufous-banded Owl
Aegolius gradyi compared with Ciccaba albitarsis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bermuda Saw-whet Owl | Rufous-banded Owl |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aegolius gradyi | Ciccaba albitarsis |
| Order | Strigiformes | Strigiformes |
| Family | Strigidae | Strigidae |
| Conservation Status | Extinct | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 52.7 cm (20.7 in) |
| Weight | — | 307.5 g (10.85 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Extinct
Bermuda Saw-whet Owl
Least Concern
Rufous-banded Owl
About These Birds
Bermuda Saw-whet Owl
The Bermuda Saw-whet Owl was a small owl endemic to Bermuda that became extinct in the 17th century. It is known only from fossil bones and was likely a colonist from the North American Saw-whet Owl that evolved in island isolation. Its extinction was driven by human settlement, habitat clearance, and introduced predators.