About the Arabian Eagle-Owl
The Arabian eagle-owl is a true owl, of the family Strigidae, endemic to areas of the Arabian Peninsula, known from southwestern Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Oman and the United Arab Emirates. Primarily, the species is known from the coastal areas and slightly inland of the peninsula, seemingly avoiding the most barren of the region's desert interior. It nests in wadis, cliffs, on canyon walls, large palms and other trees.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Bubo milesi |
| Species Codes | speowl2, SPEO, AEOW, SEOW, AREO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Arabian Eagle-Owl belong to?
The Arabian Eagle-Owl (Bubo milesi) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Arabian Eagle-Owl?
The Arabian eagle-owl is a true owl, of the family Strigidae, endemic to areas of the Arabian Peninsula, known from southwestern Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Oman and the United Arab Emirates. Primarily, the species is known from the coastal areas and slightly inland of the peninsula, seemingly avoiding the...
Where can I report a Arabian Eagle-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Arabian Eagle-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code speowl2, or on iNaturalist.
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