Andean Pygmy-owl
Glaucidium jardinii
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Least Concern
Kanat Açıklığı
19,9 cm
Ağırlık
65,83333333333333 g
Familya
Strigidae
Takım
Strigiformes
Hakkında
The Andean Pygmy-owl is a tiny nocturnal hunter with a 19.9 cm wingspan, weighing around 66 grams. It inhabits montane forests and forest edges along the Andes. Despite its small size, it preys on small birds, mammals, and insects, often hunting during daylight hours.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Kanat Açıklığı | 19,9 cm | 7.8 in |
| Ağırlık | 65,83333333333333 g | 2.32 oz |
Habitat & Range
Koruma Durumu
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Davranış & Üreme
Yuvalama
Nest type: CV.
Kuluçka Büyüklüğü
3
Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Takım | Strigiformes (Owls) |
| Familya | Strigidae (True Owls) |
| Genus | Glaucidium |
| Türler | Glaucidium jardinii |
Distribution
Andean Pygmy-owl has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Mevcut
Not recorded
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External Databases
Sık Sorulan Sorular
Is the Andean Pygmy-owl endangered?
The Andean Pygmy-owl has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Andean Pygmy-owl nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Andean Pygmy-owl?
The Andean Pygmy-owl has a wingspan of 19.9 cm, weight of 65.83333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Andean Pygmy-owl belong to?
The Andean Pygmy-owl (Glaucidium jardinii) belongs to the order Strigiformes and the family Strigidae.
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