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Elf Owl
Micrathene whitneyi
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Least Concern
Flügelspannweite
21,6 cm
Gewicht
43,833333333333336 g
Familie
Strigidae
Ordnung
Strigiformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 21,6 cm | 8.5 in |
| Gewicht | 43,833333333333336 g | 1.55 oz |
Habitat & Range
Erhaltungsstatus
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Verhalten & Brutverhalten
Nistverhalten
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 21-24 days. Fledging: 28-33 days.
Gelegegröße
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Strigiformes (Eulen) |
| Familie | Strigidae (Eigentliche Eulen) |
| Genus | Micrathene |
| Arten | Micrathene whitneyi |
External Databases
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Is the Elf Owl endangered?
The Elf Owl has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Elf Owl nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 21-24 days. Fledging: 28-33 days.
How big is the Elf Owl?
The Elf Owl has a wingspan of 21.6 cm, weight of 43.833333333333336 g.
What order and family does the Elf Owl belong to?
The Elf Owl (Micrathene whitneyi) belongs to the order Strigiformes and the family Strigidae.
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