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Jungle Owlet

Glaucidium radiatum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Strigiformes ›Family: Strigidae ›Genus: Glaucidium

About

The jungle owlet, or barred jungle owlet, (Glaucidium radiatum) is found in the Indian Subcontinent. The species is often found singly, in pairs or small groups and are usually detected by their calls at dawn and dusk. There are two subspecies with the form found in the Western Ghats sometimes considered a full species.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Jungle Owlet?
The scientific name of Jungle Owlet is Glaucidium radiatum.
What is the conservation status of Jungle Owlet?
The Jungle Owlet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Jungle Owlet belong to?
Jungle Owlet belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Jungle Owlet belong to?
Jungle Owlet belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Jungle Owlet belong to?
Jungle Owlet belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Jungle Owlet belong to?
Jungle Owlet belongs to the order Strigiformes.
What family does Jungle Owlet belong to?
Jungle Owlet belongs to the family Strigidae.
What genus does Jungle Owlet belong to?
Jungle Owlet belongs to the genus Glaucidium.