About the Rufescent Screech-Owl
The rufescent screech owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Megascops ingens |
| Species Codes | rufsco1, RUSO, RSOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufescent Screech-Owl belong to?
The Rufescent Screech-Owl (Megascops ingens) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Rufescent Screech-Owl?
The rufescent screech owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela....
Where can I report a Rufescent Screech-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufescent Screech-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rufsco1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Strigiformes
Order
228
Species in Family
102
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