About the Tawny Fish-Owl
The Tawny Fish-Owl (Ketupa flavipes) 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 tafowl1 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 flavipes |
| Species Codes | tafowl1, TFOW, TAFO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Tawny Fish-Owl belong to?
The Tawny Fish-Owl (Ketupa flavipes) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Tawny Fish-Owl?
The Tawny Fish-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 Tawny Fish-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Tawny Fish-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tafowl1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Strigiformes
Order
228
Species in Family
174
iNat Observations
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