Bermuda Saw-whet Owl vs Hume's Boobook
Aegolius gradyi compared with Ninox obscura
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bermuda Saw-whet Owl | Hume's Boobook |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aegolius gradyi | Ninox obscura |
| Order | Strigiformes | Strigiformes |
| Family | Strigidae | Strigidae |
| Conservation Status | Extinct | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 42.5 cm (16.7 in) |
| Weight | — | 191.0 g (6.74 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Extinct
Bermuda Saw-whet Owl
Least Concern
Hume's Boobook
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.