Buff-fronted Owl vs Sangihe Scops-owl
Aegolius harrisii compared with Otus collari
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Buff-fronted Owl | Sangihe Scops-owl |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aegolius harrisii | Otus collari |
| Order | Strigiformes | Strigiformes |
| Family | Strigidae | Strigidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 30.0 cm (11.8 in) | 31.2 cm (12.3 in) |
| Weight | 109.66666666666667 g (3.87 oz) | 76.0 g (2.68 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Buff-fronted Owl
Least Concern
Sangihe Scops-owl
About These Birds
Buff-fronted Owl
The Buff-fronted Owl (<em>Aegolius harrisii</em>) is a small owl in the family Strigidae (True Owls). It is associated with forest habitats, where it likely occupies dense woodland or forest-edge environments. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. Like other members of its genus, the Buff-fronted Owl is a cavity nester (nest type CV), using natural hollows or abandoned woodpecker excavations for breeding. Clutch size is recorded as 3 eggs. Song and call descriptions …