About the Bare-legged Owl
The bare-legged owl, also called the Cuban bare-legged owl or Cuban screech owl, is a species of owl in the family Strigidae that is endemic to Cuba and Isla de la Juventud. It belongs to the monotypic genus Margarobyas.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Margarobyas lawrencii |
| Species Codes | balowl, BLOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bare-legged Owl belong to?
The Bare-legged Owl (Margarobyas lawrencii) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Bare-legged Owl?
The bare-legged owl, also called the Cuban bare-legged owl or Cuban screech owl, is a species of owl in the family Strigidae that is endemic to Cuba and Isla de la Juventud. It belongs to the monotypic genus Margarobyas....
Where can I report a Bare-legged Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Bare-legged Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code balowl, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Strigiformes
Order
228
Species in Family
144
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