About the Sooty Owl
The Sooty Owl (Tyto tenebricosa) is a species of bird in the Barn-Owls family (Tytonidae), within the order Strigiformes. This family contains 20 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code sooowl1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Barn-Owls (Tytonidae) |
| Species | Tyto tenebricosa |
| Species Codes | sooowl1, SOOW, LSOW, GSOW, LESO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty Owl belong to?
The Sooty Owl (Tyto tenebricosa) belongs to the Barn-Owls family (Tytonidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Sooty Owl?
The Sooty Owl is a member of the Barn-Owls family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Sooty Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sooowl1, or on iNaturalist.