African Scops-owl vs Long-whiskered Owlet
Otus senegalensis compared with Xenoglaux loweryi
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Scops-owl | Long-whiskered Owlet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Otus senegalensis | Xenoglaux loweryi |
| Order | Strigiformes | Strigiformes |
| Family | Strigidae | Strigidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 26.4 cm (10.4 in) | 20.7 cm (8.1 in) |
| Weight | 88.0 g (3.10 oz) | 46.9 g (1.65 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Scops-owl
Vulnerable
Long-whiskered Owlet
About These Birds
African Scops-owl
The African Scops-owl is a small, cryptically patterned owl with a wingspan of about 26 cm and a weight near 88 g. It roosts by day pressed against tree bark, blending in perfectly, and calls at night with a repetitive, monotone whistle across African savannas and woodlands.