About the Rufous Fishing-Owl
The Rufous Fishing-Owl (Scotopelia ussheri) 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 rufowl1 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 ussheri |
| Species Codes | rufowl1, RFOW, RUFO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous Fishing-Owl belong to?
The Rufous Fishing-Owl (Scotopelia ussheri) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Rufous Fishing-Owl?
The Rufous 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 Rufous Fishing-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous Fishing-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rufowl1, or on iNaturalist.