About the Red-chested Owlet
The red-chested owlet is a species of owl in the family Strigidae, native to the African tropical rainforest. Its habits and behaviour are poorly known.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Glaucidium tephronotum |
| Species Codes | recowl1, RCOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-chested Owlet belong to?
The Red-chested Owlet (Glaucidium tephronotum) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Red-chested Owlet?
The red-chested owlet is a species of owl in the family Strigidae, native to the African tropical rainforest. Its habits and behaviour are poorly known....
Where can I report a Red-chested Owlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-chested Owlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code recowl1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Strigiformes
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Quick Stats
Strigiformes
Order
228
Species in Family
47
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