About the Himalayan Owl
The Himalayan owl or Himalayan wood owl is a medium-sized owl native to the forests and mountain ranges of the Himalayas, Taiwan and Korea. Although populations are declining, this owl is not considered endangered and is currently listed as a species of Least Concern on the IUCN Red List due to its large range and slow decline. The Himalayan owl is nocturnal and is rarely seen in most areas of its range. Few studies have been done on its lifestyle and current population trends.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Strix nivicolum |
| Species Codes | himowl1, HIOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Himalayan Owl belong to?
The Himalayan Owl (Strix nivicolum) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Himalayan Owl?
The Himalayan owl or Himalayan wood owl is a medium-sized owl native to the forests and mountain ranges of the Himalayas, Taiwan and Korea. Although populations are declining, this owl is not considered endangered and is currently listed as a species of Least Concern on the IUCN Red List due to its ...
Where can I report a Himalayan Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Himalayan Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code himowl1, or on iNaturalist.
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