About the Black-banded Owl
The black-banded owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. Entirely nocturnal, this midsized black and white neotropical bird is a resident species, and therefore never migrates out of its native South America. Its natural habitats are varied subtropical or tropical forests ranging from lowlands to areas of medium altitude, and it has been found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Strix huhula |
| Species Codes | bkbowl1, BBOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-banded Owl belong to?
The Black-banded Owl (Strix huhula) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Black-banded Owl?
The black-banded owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. Entirely nocturnal, this midsized black and white neotropical bird is a resident species, and therefore never migrates out of its native South America. Its natural habitats are varied subtropical or tropical forests ranging from lowla...
Where can I report a Black-banded Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-banded Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkbowl1, or on iNaturalist.
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