Principe Scops Owl
Otus bikegila
Principe Scops Owl (Otus bikegila) — Owls of Africa.
The Principe Scops Owl (Otus bikegila) is a member of the Strigidae family found in Africa.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Strigiformes
- Family Strigidae Owls
- Genus Otus
- Species bikegila
Quick facts
- Family
- Strigidae
- Order
- Strigiformes
Biology & behaviour
The Principe Scops Owl (Otus bikegila) belongs to the Strigidae family of the order Strigiformes. It is found across Africa. Its distribution covers AF Príncipe (c Gulf of Guinea Is.).
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Principe Scops Owl live?
The Principe Scops Owl is found across Africa with a range covering AF Príncipe (c Gulf of Guinea Is.).
What family does the Principe Scops Owl belong to?
The Principe Scops Owl (Otus bikegila) belongs to the Strigidae family, in the order Strigiformes.
Conservation
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