About the Mayotte Scops-Owl
The Mayotte scops owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is endemic to the island of Mayotte in the Comoros.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Otus mayottensis |
| Species Codes | maysco1, MSOW, MASO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mayotte Scops-Owl belong to?
The Mayotte Scops-Owl (Otus mayottensis) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Mayotte Scops-Owl?
The Mayotte scops owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is endemic to the island of Mayotte in the Comoros....
Where can I report a Mayotte Scops-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Mayotte Scops-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code maysco1, or on iNaturalist.
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