About the Brown Fish-Owl
The Brown Fish-Owl (Ketupa zeylonensis) is a species of bird in the Owls family (Strigidae), within the order Strigiformes. This family contains 228 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code brfowl1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Ketupa zeylonensis |
| Species Codes | brfowl1, BRFO, BFOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Fish-Owl belong to?
The Brown Fish-Owl (Ketupa zeylonensis) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Brown Fish-Owl?
The Brown Fish-Owl is a member of the Owls family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Brown Fish-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Fish-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brfowl1, or on iNaturalist.