About the Peruvian Screech-Owl
The West Peruvian screech owl or Peruvian screech owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is found in Ecuador and Peru.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Megascops roboratus |
| Species Codes | persco1, PESO, WPSO, PSOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Peruvian Screech-Owl belong to?
The Peruvian Screech-Owl (Megascops roboratus) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Peruvian Screech-Owl?
The West Peruvian screech owl or Peruvian screech owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is found in Ecuador and Peru....
Where can I report a Peruvian Screech-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Peruvian Screech-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code persco1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Strigiformes
Order
228
Species in Family
62
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