Crested Owl

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordates)

Class

Aves (Birds)

Order

Strigiformes (Owls)

Family

Strigidae (True Owls)

Genus

Lophostrix

Species

Lophostrix cristata (Crested Owl)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese カンムリズク

Chinese 冠鴞

Spanish Búho cuerno blanco

French Duc à aigrettes

German Haubenkauz

Portuguese coruja-de-crista

Russian Рогатая неясыть

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Crested Owl?

The scientific name of Crested Owl is Lophostrix cristata. It belongs to the genus Lophostrix.

What is the conservation status of Crested Owl?

Crested Owl (Lophostrix cristata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Crested Owl live?

Crested Owl is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Crested Owl belong to?

Crested Owl (Lophostrix cristata) belongs to the genus Lophostrix, which is part of the taxonomic family Strigidae.

Is Crested Owl endangered?

No, Crested Owl (Lophostrix cristata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Crested Owl belong to?

Crested Owl (Lophostrix cristata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).