About the Pel's Fishing-Owl
The Pel's Fishing-Owl (Scotopelia peli) is a species of bird in the Owls family (Strigidae), within the order Strigiformes. This family contains 228 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code pefowl1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Scotopelia peli |
| Species Codes | pefowl1, PEFO, PFOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pel's Fishing-Owl belong to?
The Pel's Fishing-Owl (Scotopelia peli) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Pel's Fishing-Owl?
The Pel's Fishing-Owl is a member of the Owls family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Pel's Fishing-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Pel's Fishing-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pefowl1, or on iNaturalist.