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Steinkauz

Athene noctua

Least Concern

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Little Owl (Athene noctua) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found across Europe (8 countries) and Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇳🇿 New Zealand 🇱🇺 Luxembourg 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Strigidae (True Owls)

Genus

Athene

Species

Athene noctua (Steinkauz)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese コキンメフクロウ

Chinese 縱紋腹小鴞

Spanish Mochuelo europeo

French chevêche dathéna

German Steinkauz

Portuguese mocho-galego

Russian Домовый сыч

Arabic أم قو يق, البومة الصغيرة

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Steinkauz?

The scientific name of Steinkauz is Athene noctua. It belongs to the genus Athene.

What is the conservation status of Steinkauz?

Steinkauz (Athene noctua) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Steinkauz live?

Steinkauz is found in Found across Europe (8 countries) and Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, France, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom.

What family does Steinkauz belong to?

Steinkauz (Athene noctua) belongs to the genus Athene, which is part of the taxonomic family Strigidae.

Is Steinkauz endangered?

No, Steinkauz (Athene noctua) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Steinkauz belong to?

Steinkauz (Athene noctua) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Steinkauz?

The closest relatives of Steinkauz in the genus Athene include Brahmakauz, Kaninchenkauz.