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Tawny Fish-Owl

Ketupa flavipes

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Norway and Taiwan.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ウオミミズク
Chinese 黃魚鴞
Spanish Búho pescador leonado
French Kétoupa roux
German Himalayafischuhu
Portuguese coruja-pescadora
Russian Гималайский рыбный филин

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tawny Fish-Owl?
The scientific name of Tawny Fish-Owl is Ketupa flavipes. It belongs to the genus Ketupa.
What is the conservation status of Tawny Fish-Owl?
Tawny Fish-Owl (Ketupa flavipes) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Tawny Fish-Owl live?
Tawny Fish-Owl is found in Distributed across Norway and Taiwan.. Countries include Norway, Taiwan.
What family does Tawny Fish-Owl belong to?
Tawny Fish-Owl (Ketupa flavipes) belongs to the genus Ketupa, which is part of the taxonomic family Strigidae.
Is Tawny Fish-Owl endangered?
No, Tawny Fish-Owl (Ketupa flavipes) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Tawny Fish-Owl belong to?
Tawny Fish-Owl (Ketupa flavipes) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).
What are the closest relatives of Tawny Fish-Owl?
The closest relatives of Tawny Fish-Owl in the genus Ketupa include Brown Fish-Owl, Buffy Fish-Owl.

Native Range — 2 Countries

Genus Ketupa — 3 Species

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