About the Eurasian Scops-Owl
The Eurasian scops owl, also known as the European scops owl, common scops owl or just scops owl, is a small owl in the typical owl family Strigidae. Its breeding range extends from southern Europe eastwards to southern Siberia and the western Himalayas. It is migratory, wintering in Africa south of the Sahara, although it is resident year-round in parts of Mediterranean Europe.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Otus scops |
| Species Codes | eursco1, EUSO, ESOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eurasian Scops-Owl belong to?
The Eurasian Scops-Owl (Otus scops) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Eurasian Scops-Owl?
The Eurasian scops owl, also known as the European scops owl, common scops owl or just scops owl, is a small owl in the typical owl family Strigidae. Its breeding range extends from southern Europe eastwards to southern Siberia and the western Himalayas. It is migratory, wintering in Africa south of...
Where can I report a Eurasian Scops-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Eurasian Scops-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eursco1, or on iNaturalist.
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