About the Brown Wood-Owl
The Brown Wood-Owl (Strix leptogrammica) 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 brwowl1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Strix leptogrammica |
| Species Codes | brwowl1, BWOW, BRWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Wood-Owl belong to?
The Brown Wood-Owl (Strix leptogrammica) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Brown Wood-Owl?
The Brown Wood-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 Wood-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Wood-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brwowl1, or on iNaturalist.