About the African Grass-Owl
The African Grass-Owl (Tyto capensis) is a species of bird in the Barn-Owls family (Tytonidae), within the order Strigiformes. This family contains 20 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code afgowl1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Barn-Owls (Tytonidae) |
| Species | Tyto capensis |
| Species Codes | afgowl1, AGOW, GROW, AFGO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Grass-Owl belong to?
The African Grass-Owl (Tyto capensis) belongs to the Barn-Owls family (Tytonidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the African Grass-Owl?
The African Grass-Owl is a member of the Barn-Owls family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Grass-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of African Grass-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afgowl1, or on iNaturalist.