About the Tamaulipas Pygmy-Owl
The Tamaulipas pygmy owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is endemic to Mexico. This is one of the smallest owls in the world, with a mean length of 13.5 cm (5.3 in). However, at 53 g (1.9 oz), it is slightly heavier than the long-whiskered owlet and the elf owl. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Glaucidium sanchezi |
| Species Codes | tapowl1, TAPO, TPOW |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Tamaulipas Pygmy-Owl belong to?
The Tamaulipas Pygmy-Owl (Glaucidium sanchezi) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Tamaulipas Pygmy-Owl?
The Tamaulipas Pygmy-Owl is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Tamaulipas Pygmy-Owl?
The Tamaulipas pygmy owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is endemic to Mexico. This is one of the smallest owls in the world, with a mean length of 13.5 cm (5.3 in). However, at 53 g (1.9 oz), it is slightly heavier than the long-whiskered owlet and the elf owl. Its natural habitat i...
Where can I report a Tamaulipas Pygmy-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Tamaulipas Pygmy-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tapowl1, or on iNaturalist.
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