About the Australian Masked-Owl
The Australian Masked-Owl (Tyto novaehollandiae) 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 aumowl1 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 novaehollandiae |
| Species Codes | aumowl1, AUMO, AMOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Australian Masked-Owl belong to?
The Australian Masked-Owl (Tyto novaehollandiae) belongs to the Barn-Owls family (Tytonidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Australian Masked-Owl?
The Australian Masked-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 Australian Masked-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Australian Masked-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code aumowl1, or on iNaturalist.