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Balsas Screech-Owl

Megascops seductus

Least Concern

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The Balsas Screech-Owl (Megascops seductus) is a species in the genus Megascops. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Strigidae (True Owls)

Genus

Megascops

Species

Megascops seductus (Balsas Screech-Owl)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese バルサスオオコノハズク

Chinese 巴尔萨斯角鸮

Spanish Autillo del Balsas

French Petit-duc du Balsas

German Balsaskreischeule

Russian Малая совка Балзаса

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Bare-shanked Screech-Owl

Black-capped Screech-Owl

Megascops atricapilla

Cloud-forest Screech-Owl

Megascops marshalli

Near Threatened

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Colombian Screech-Owl

Megascops colombianus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Balsas Screech-Owl?

The scientific name of Balsas Screech-Owl is Megascops seductus. It belongs to the genus Megascops.

What is the conservation status of Balsas Screech-Owl?

Balsas Screech-Owl (Megascops seductus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Balsas Screech-Owl live?

Balsas Screech-Owl is found in Found in Norway.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Balsas Screech-Owl belong to?

Balsas Screech-Owl (Megascops seductus) belongs to the genus Megascops, which is part of the taxonomic family Strigidae.

Is Balsas Screech-Owl endangered?

No, Balsas Screech-Owl (Megascops seductus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Balsas Screech-Owl belong to?

Balsas Screech-Owl (Megascops seductus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Balsas Screech-Owl?

The closest relatives of Balsas Screech-Owl in the genus Megascops include Bare-shanked Screech-Owl, Bearded Screech-Owl, Black-capped Screech-Owl, Choco Screech Owl, Cinnamon Screech-Owl.