About the Biak Scops-Owl
The Biak scops owl is a species of owl endemic to the twin islands of Biak-Supiori in Cenderawasih Bay, Papua, Indonesia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Otus beccarii |
| Species Codes | biasco1, BISO, BSOW |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Biak Scops-Owl belong to?
The Biak Scops-Owl (Otus beccarii) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Biak Scops-Owl?
The Biak Scops-Owl is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Biak Scops-Owl?
The Biak scops owl is a species of owl endemic to the twin islands of Biak-Supiori in Cenderawasih Bay, Papua, Indonesia....
Where can I report a Biak Scops-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Biak Scops-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code biasco1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Strigiformes
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Quick Stats
Strigiformes
Order
228
Species in Family
10
iNat Observations
NT
IUCN Status
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