About the White-fronted Scops-Owl
The white-fronted scops owl is a small Asian owl in the family Strigidae. It has a declining population about which little is known, and is dependent on lowland and foothill forests which are rapidly being destroyed. This species of owl is considered vulnerable and has a population of about 2,500–10,000. It is found in the west of Thailand and also in peninsular Malaysia. Its range covers 149,000 km2 (58,000 sq mi) of forest at altitudes of 0–700 m (0–2,300 ft) above sea-level.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Otus sagittatus |
| Species Codes | wfsowl2, WFSO |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-fronted Scops-Owl belong to?
The White-fronted Scops-Owl (Otus sagittatus) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
What is the conservation status of the White-fronted Scops-Owl?
The White-fronted Scops-Owl is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the White-fronted Scops-Owl?
The white-fronted scops owl is a small Asian owl in the family Strigidae. It has a declining population about which little is known, and is dependent on lowland and foothill forests which are rapidly being destroyed. This species of owl is considered vulnerable and has a population of about 2,500–10...
Where can I report a White-fronted Scops-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of White-fronted Scops-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wfsowl2, or on iNaturalist.
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