Hume's Boobook vs Barred Owl
Ninox obscura compared with Strix varia
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Hume's Boobook | Barred Owl |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ninox obscura | Strix varia |
| Order | Strigiformes | Strigiformes |
| Family | Strigidae | Strigidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.5 cm (16.7 in) | 68.2 cm (26.9 in) |
| Weight | 191.0 g (6.74 oz) | 760.0 g (26.81 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 1-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Hume's Boobook
Least Concern
Barred Owl
About These Birds
Barred Owl
The Barred Owl is a large owl of the family Strigidae found in mature forests, swamps, and mixed woodlands across much of North America. Weighing about 760g with a wingspan of 68.2cm, it is named for its distinctive horizontal barring on the breast. It is nocturnal and calls with a resonant 'who cooks for you' hooting, hunting small mammals, birds, and amphibians.