About the Buffy Fish-Owl
The Buffy Fish-Owl (Ketupa ketupu) 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 bufowl2 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 ketupu |
| Species Codes | bufowl2, BUFO, BFOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Buffy Fish-Owl belong to?
The Buffy Fish-Owl (Ketupa ketupu) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Buffy Fish-Owl?
The Buffy 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 Buffy Fish-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Buffy Fish-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bufowl2, or on iNaturalist.