About the Javan Scops-Owl
The Javan scops owl is a small species of owl living mainly on western Java's high volcanos; local people refer to the owl as Celepuk Jawa. Like most owls, this nocturnal bird also has a strong ability of silent flight.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Otus angelinae |
| Species Codes | jasowl2, JASO, JSOW |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Javan Scops-Owl belong to?
The Javan Scops-Owl (Otus angelinae) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Javan Scops-Owl?
The Javan Scops-Owl is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Javan Scops-Owl?
The Javan scops owl is a small species of owl living mainly on western Java's high volcanos; local people refer to the owl as Celepuk Jawa. Like most owls, this nocturnal bird also has a strong ability of silent flight....
Where can I report a Javan Scops-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Javan Scops-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code jasowl2, or on iNaturalist.
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