About the African Barred Owlet
The African barred owlet is a species of small owl in the family Strigidae found in much of southern, central and eastern Africa. The taxon may be four species rather than a single species.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Glaucidium capense |
| Species Codes | afbowl1, ABOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Barred Owlet belong to?
The African Barred Owlet (Glaucidium capense) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the African Barred Owlet?
The African barred owlet is a species of small owl in the family Strigidae found in much of southern, central and eastern Africa. The taxon may be four species rather than a single species....
Where can I report a African Barred Owlet sighting?
You can log sightings of African Barred Owlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afbowl1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Strigiformes
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Quick Stats
Strigiformes
Order
228
Species in Family
387
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