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Hibou maître-bois

Asio stygius

Least Concern

About

Stygian Owl (Asio stygius) 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.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Strigidae (True Owls)

Genus

Asio

Species

Asio stygius (Hibou maître-bois)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ナンベイトラフズク

Chinese 乌耳鸮

Spanish Búho cara oscura

French Hibou maître-bois

German Styxeule

Portuguese mocho-diabo

Russian Центральноамериканская ушастая сова

Similar Species in Asio

Asio madagascariensis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hibou maître-bois?

The scientific name of Hibou maître-bois is Asio stygius. It belongs to the genus Asio.

What is the conservation status of Hibou maître-bois?

Hibou maître-bois (Asio stygius) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Hibou maître-bois live?

Hibou maître-bois is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Hibou maître-bois belong to?

Hibou maître-bois (Asio stygius) belongs to the genus Asio, which is part of the taxonomic family Strigidae.

Is Hibou maître-bois endangered?

No, Hibou maître-bois (Asio stygius) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Hibou maître-bois belong to?

Hibou maître-bois (Asio stygius) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Hibou maître-bois?

The closest relatives of Hibou maître-bois in the genus Asio include Hibou d'Abyssinie, Hibou des marais, Hibou du Cap, Hibou malgache, Hibou moyen-duc.