About the Amazonian Pygmy-Owl
The Amazonian pygmy owl, also known as Hardy's pygmy owl, is an owl found in northern South America and the Amazon Basin. A member of the Strigidae family, it is a true owl.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Glaucidium hardyi |
| Species Codes | amapyo1, APOW, AMPO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Amazonian Pygmy-Owl belong to?
The Amazonian Pygmy-Owl (Glaucidium hardyi) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Amazonian Pygmy-Owl?
The Amazonian pygmy owl, also known as Hardy's pygmy owl, is an owl found in northern South America and the Amazon Basin. A member of the Strigidae family, it is a true owl....
Where can I report a Amazonian Pygmy-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Amazonian Pygmy-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code amapyo1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Strigiformes
Order
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Species in Family
126
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