About the Black-and-white Owl
The black-and-white owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Strix nigrolineata |
| Species Codes | bawowl1, BLWO, BAWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-and-white Owl belong to?
The Black-and-white Owl (Strix nigrolineata) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Black-and-white Owl?
The black-and-white owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae....
Where can I report a Black-and-white Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-and-white Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bawowl1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Strigiformes
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Quick Stats
Strigiformes
Order
228
Species in Family
1,191
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