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Andean Pygmy-Owl

Glaucidium jardinii

Least Concern

About

Andean Pygmy-Owl (Glaucidium jardinii) 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

Glaucidium

Species

Glaucidium jardinii (Andean Pygmy-Owl)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アンデススズメフクロウ

Chinese 安地斯鵂鶹

Spanish Mochuelo Andino

French Chevêchette des Andes

German Andenzwergkauz

Portuguese mocho-pigmeu-das-andinas

Russian Андский сычик

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Central American Pygmy-Owl

Glaucidium griseiceps

Least Concern

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Chestnut-backed Owlet

Glaucidium castanotum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Andean Pygmy-Owl?

The scientific name of Andean Pygmy-Owl is Glaucidium jardinii. It belongs to the genus Glaucidium.

What is the conservation status of Andean Pygmy-Owl?

Andean Pygmy-Owl (Glaucidium jardinii) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Andean Pygmy-Owl live?

Andean Pygmy-Owl is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Andean Pygmy-Owl belong to?

Andean Pygmy-Owl (Glaucidium jardinii) belongs to the genus Glaucidium, which is part of the taxonomic family Strigidae.

Is Andean Pygmy-Owl endangered?

No, Andean Pygmy-Owl (Glaucidium jardinii) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Andean Pygmy-Owl belong to?

Andean Pygmy-Owl (Glaucidium jardinii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

What are the closest relatives of Andean Pygmy-Owl?

The closest relatives of Andean Pygmy-Owl in the genus Glaucidium include African Barred Owlet, Albertine Owlet, Amazonian Pygmy-Owl, Asian Barred Owlet, Central American Pygmy-Owl.