About the West Solomons Owl
The West Solomons owl, also referred to as the West Solomons boobook, is a small to medium-sized owl, measuring 23–31 cm (9.1–12.2 in) in length. Its upperparts are rusty brown, sometimes spotted or barred with white, its chest is buffy white, sometimes spotted or barred with brown, and its creamy belly is unmarked. It has a grayish-brown facial disc, edged by narrow white eyebrows and a band of white across the throat.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Athene jacquinoti |
| Species Codes | solboo1, WSOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the West Solomons Owl belong to?
The West Solomons Owl (Athene jacquinoti) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the West Solomons Owl?
The West Solomons owl, also referred to as the West Solomons boobook, is a small to medium-sized owl, measuring 23–31 cm (9.1–12.2 in) in length. Its upperparts are rusty brown, sometimes spotted or barred with white, its chest is buffy white, sometimes spotted or barred with brown, and its creamy b...
Where can I report a West Solomons Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of West Solomons Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code solboo1, or on iNaturalist.
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