About the Western Screech-Owl
The Western Screech-Owl (Megascops kennicottii) 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 wesowl1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Megascops kennicottii |
| Species Codes | wesowl1, WESO, WSOW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Screech-Owl belong to?
The Western Screech-Owl (Megascops kennicottii) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Western Screech-Owl?
The Western Screech-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 Western Screech-Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Screech-Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wesowl1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Owls 228 species
More Birds in Order Strigiformes
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Quick Stats
Strigiformes
Order
228
Species in Family
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