Taliabu Masked-owl vs Australasian Masked-owl
Tyto nigrobrunnea compared with Tyto novaehollandiae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Taliabu Masked-owl | Australasian Masked-owl |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tyto nigrobrunnea | Tyto novaehollandiae |
| Order | Strigiformes | Strigiformes |
| Family | Tytonidae | Tytonidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 55.6 cm (21.9 in) | 59.6 cm (23.5 in) |
| Weight | 631.9 g (22.29 oz) | 723.25 g (25.51 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Taliabu Masked-owl
Least Concern
Australasian Masked-owl
About These Birds
Australasian Masked-owl
The Australasian Masked-owl is a large barn owl found across Australia and New Guinea in woodland and forest habitats. Weighing about 723.3g with a wingspan of 59.6cm, it is one of the largest barn owl species with dark brown and white patterned plumage. It hunts rabbits, possums, and large rodents at night.