About the Western Barn Owl
The Western Barn Owl (Tyto alba) 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 webowl1 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 alba |
| Species Codes | webowl1, CBOW, EBOW, WBOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Barn Owl belong to?
The Western Barn Owl (Tyto alba) belongs to the Barn-Owls family (Tytonidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Western Barn Owl?
The Western Barn 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 Western Barn Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Barn Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code webowl1, or on iNaturalist.