About the Philippine Eagle-Owl
The Philippine Eagle-Owl (Ketupa philippensis) 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 pheowl2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Ketupa philippensis |
| Species Codes | pheowl2, PEOW, PHEO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Philippine Eagle-Owl belong to?
The Philippine Eagle-Owl (Ketupa philippensis) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Philippine Eagle-Owl?
The Philippine Eagle-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 Philippine Eagle-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Philippine Eagle-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pheowl2, or on iNaturalist.