About the Eastern Barn Owl
The Eastern Barn Owl (Tyto javanica) is a species of bird in the Barn-Owls family (Tytonidae), within the order Strigiformes. This family contains 20 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code eabowl1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Barn-Owls (Tytonidae) |
| Species | Tyto javanica |
| Species Codes | eabowl1, CBOW, EBOW, ABOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eastern Barn Owl belong to?
The Eastern Barn Owl (Tyto javanica) belongs to the Barn-Owls family (Tytonidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Eastern Barn Owl?
The Eastern Barn Owl is a member of the Barn-Owls family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Eastern Barn Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Eastern Barn Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eabowl1, or on iNaturalist.