About the Sulu Boobook
The Sulu boobook or Sulu hawk-owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is endemic to the Sulu Archipelago in the Philippines. It was previously known as a subspecies of the Philippine hawk-owl, but was reclassified in 2012, as voice and other evidence suggested it was a distinct species. It is found in tropical moist lowland forest. It is threatened by habitat loss.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Ninox reyi |
| Species Codes | sulboo1, SUBO |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sulu Boobook belong to?
The Sulu Boobook (Ninox reyi) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Sulu Boobook?
The Sulu Boobook is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Sulu Boobook?
The Sulu boobook or Sulu hawk-owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is endemic to the Sulu Archipelago in the Philippines. It was previously known as a subspecies of the Philippine hawk-owl, but was reclassified in 2012, as voice and other evidence suggested it was a distinct species. ...
Where can I report a Sulu Boobook sighting?
You can log sightings of Sulu Boobook on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sulboo1, or on iNaturalist.
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