Anjouan Scops-owl
Otus capnodes
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Endangered
Envergure
32,6 cm
Poids
119,0 g
Famille
Strigidae
Ordre
Strigiformes
À propos
The Anjouan Scops-owl is an endangered small owl with a 32.6 cm wingspan, weighing 119 grams, endemic to Anjouan Island in the Comoros. It inhabits remaining forest fragments on the island, hunting insects and small vertebrates at night. Forest loss severely threatens its tiny population.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 32,6 cm | 12.8 in |
| Poids | 119,0 g | 4.20 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CV.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Famille | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Otus |
| Espèces | Otus capnodes |
Distribution
Anjouan Scops-owl has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Anjouan Scops-owl endangered?
The Anjouan Scops-owl has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Anjouan Scops-owl nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Anjouan Scops-owl?
The Anjouan Scops-owl has a wingspan of 32.6 cm, weight of 119.0 g.
What order and family does the Anjouan Scops-owl belong to?
The Anjouan Scops-owl (Otus capnodes) belongs to the order Strigiformes and the family Strigidae.
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