About the White-throated Screech-Owl
The white-throated screech owl is a small owl found in the Andes of Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Megascops albogularis |
| Species Codes | whtsco1, WTSO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-throated Screech-Owl belong to?
The White-throated Screech-Owl (Megascops albogularis) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the White-throated Screech-Owl?
The white-throated screech owl is a small owl found in the Andes of Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela....
Where can I report a White-throated Screech-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of White-throated Screech-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whtsco1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Strigiformes
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Quick Stats
Strigiformes
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