About the Indian Scops-Owl
The Indian Scops-Owl (Otus bakkamoena) 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 insowl1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Otus bakkamoena |
| Species Codes | insowl1, ISOW, INSO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Indian Scops-Owl belong to?
The Indian Scops-Owl (Otus bakkamoena) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Indian Scops-Owl?
The Indian Scops-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 Indian Scops-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Indian Scops-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code insowl1, or on iNaturalist.