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Santa Marta Screech Owl

Megascops gilesi

Vulnerable
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Colombia and Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

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Andenkreischeule
Megascops koepckeae
Least Concern
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Balsaskreischeule
Megascops seductus
Least Concern
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Bänderkreischeule
Megascops vermiculatus
Least Concern
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Buschkreischeule
Megascops roboratus
Least Concern
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Cholibakreischeule
Megascops choliba
Least Concern
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Fleckenkreischeule
Megascops trichopsis
Least Concern
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Hoykreischeule
Megascops hoyi
Least Concern
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Kappenkreischeule
Megascops atricapilla
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Santa Marta Screech Owl?
The scientific name of Santa Marta Screech Owl is Megascops gilesi. It belongs to the genus Megascops.
What is the conservation status of Santa Marta Screech Owl?
Santa Marta Screech Owl (Megascops gilesi) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Santa Marta Screech Owl live?
Santa Marta Screech Owl is found in Distributed across Colombia and Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Norway.
What family does Santa Marta Screech Owl belong to?
Santa Marta Screech Owl (Megascops gilesi) belongs to the genus Megascops, which is part of the taxonomic family Strigidae.
Is Santa Marta Screech Owl endangered?
Yes, Santa Marta Screech Owl (Megascops gilesi) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Santa Marta Screech Owl belong to?
Santa Marta Screech Owl (Megascops gilesi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Santa Marta Screech Owl?
The closest relatives of Santa Marta Screech Owl in the genus Megascops include Andenkreischeule, Balsaskreischeule, Bänderkreischeule, Buschkreischeule, Cholibakreischeule.

Native Range — 2 Countries

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Genus Megascops — 20 Species

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Andenkreischeule
Megascops koepckeae
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Balsaskreischeule
Megascops seductus
LC 🐾
Bänderkreischeule
Megascops vermiculatus
LC 🐾
Buschkreischeule
Megascops roboratus
LC 🐾
Cholibakreischeule
Megascops choliba
LC 🐾
Fleckenkreischeule
Megascops trichopsis
LC 🐾
Hoykreischeule
Megascops hoyi
LC 🐾
Kappenkreischeule
Megascops atricapilla
LC 🐾
Kolumbienkreischeule
Megascops colombianus
NT 🐾
Kritzel-Kreischeule
Megascops centralis
LC 🐾
Langohr-Kreischeule
Megascops sanctaecatarinae
LC 🐾
Mangrovekreischeule
Megascops cooperi
LC 🐾
Nacktbein-Kreischeule
Megascops clarkii
LC 🐾
Nacktfuß-Kreischeule
Megascops nudipes
LC 🐾
Nebelwald-Kreischeule
Megascops marshalli
NT 🐾
Ostkreischeule
Megascops asio
LC 🐾
Roraima-Kreischeule
Megascops roraimae
LC 🐾
Rotgesicht-Kreischeule
Megascops guatemalae
LC 🐾
Salvinkreischeule
Megascops ingens
LC 🐾
Tropfenkreischeule
Megascops barbarus
LC
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