Australasian Masked-owl vs Sulawesi Masked-owl
Tyto novaehollandiae compared with Tyto rosenbergii
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Australasian Masked-owl | Sulawesi Masked-owl |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tyto novaehollandiae | Tyto rosenbergii |
| Order | Strigiformes | Strigiformes |
| Family | Tytonidae | Tytonidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 59.6 cm (23.5 in) | 62.0 cm (24.4 in) |
| Weight | 723.25 g (25.51 oz) | 364.7 g (12.86 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Australasian Masked-owl only
Sulawesi Masked-owl only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Australasian Masked-owl
Least Concern
Sulawesi 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.