About the Sjöstedt's Owlet
The Sjöstedt's Owlet (Glaucidium sjostedti) 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 sjoowl1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Glaucidium sjostedti |
| Species Codes | sjoowl1, SBOW, SJOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sjöstedt's Owlet belong to?
The Sjöstedt's Owlet (Glaucidium sjostedti) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Sjöstedt's Owlet?
The Sjöstedt's Owlet 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 Sjöstedt's Owlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Sjöstedt's Owlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sjoowl1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Owls 228 species
More Birds in Order Strigiformes
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Quick Stats
Strigiformes
Order
228
Species in Family
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