About the Pearl-spotted Owlet
The pearl-spotted owlet is a small bird of prey found in sub-Saharan Africa. They belong to the Strigidae family, otherwise known as the typical owls or the true owls, which contains most species of owl. As part of the genus Glaucidium, or pygmy owls, they are commonly referred to as 'owlets' due to their diminutive size. Pearl-spotted owlets are brownish and heavily spotted white, with two distinct black false 'eyes' at the back of their head. They are often confused with an African barred owlet.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Glaucidium perlatum |
| Species Codes | pesowl1, PSOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pearl-spotted Owlet belong to?
The Pearl-spotted Owlet (Glaucidium perlatum) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Pearl-spotted Owlet?
The pearl-spotted owlet is a small bird of prey found in sub-Saharan Africa. They belong to the Strigidae family, otherwise known as the typical owls or the true owls, which contains most species of owl. As part of the genus Glaucidium, or pygmy owls, they are commonly referred to as 'owlets' due to...
Where can I report a Pearl-spotted Owlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Pearl-spotted Owlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pesowl1, or on iNaturalist.
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