Abyssinian Owl vs Barking Owl
Asio abyssinicus compared with Ninox connivens
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Owl | Barking Owl |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Asio abyssinicus | Ninox connivens |
| Order | Strigiformes | Strigiformes |
| Family | Strigidae | Strigidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 66.9 cm (26.3 in) | 59.7 cm (23.5 in) |
| Weight | 322.5 g (11.38 oz) | 567.3333333333334 g (20.01 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Owl
Least Concern
Barking Owl
About These Birds
Abyssinian Owl
The Abyssinian Owl is a medium-sized owl weighing around 323g with a 67cm wingspan, found in East African highlands. It hunts small mammals and birds in montane forest and moorland habitats.
Barking Owl
The Barking Owl is a medium-to-large owl of the family Strigidae found in woodland and open forest across Australia and parts of New Guinea. Weighing about 567.3g with a wingspan of 59.7cm, it is named for its distinctive dog-like barking call. It is nocturnal, hunting rabbits, possums, small birds, and large insects from exposed perches.