African Grass-owl vs Greater Sooty-owl
Tyto capensis compared with Tyto tenebricosa
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Grass-owl | Greater Sooty-owl |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tyto capensis | Tyto tenebricosa |
| Order | Strigiformes | Strigiformes |
| Family | Tytonidae | Tytonidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 59.9 cm (23.6 in) | 55.1 cm (21.7 in) |
| Weight | 430.6666666666667 g (15.19 oz) | 767.5 g (27.07 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-5 | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Grass-owl
Least Concern
Greater Sooty-owl
About These Birds
African Grass-owl
The African Grass-owl weighs about 431g and inhabits tall grasslands and marshes of sub-Saharan Africa. Its heart-shaped facial disc funnels sound for highly accurate nocturnal hunting of rodents.