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Little Owl

Athene noctua

Least Concern

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Little Owl (Athene noctua) 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.

Found across Europe (8 countries) and Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇱🇺 Luxembourg 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇳🇿 New Zealand 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Strigidae (True Owls)

Genus

Athene

Species

Athene noctua (Little Owl)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese コキンメフクロウ

Chinese 縱紋腹小鴞

Spanish Mochuelo europeo

French chevêche dathéna

German Steinkauz

Portuguese mocho-galego

Russian Домовый сыч

Arabic أم قو يق, البومة الصغيرة

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Little Owl?

The scientific name of Little Owl is Athene noctua. It belongs to the genus Athene.

What is the conservation status of Little Owl?

Little Owl (Athene noctua) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Little Owl live?

Little Owl is found in Found across Europe (8 countries) and Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, France, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom.

What family does Little Owl belong to?

Little Owl (Athene noctua) belongs to the genus Athene, which is part of the taxonomic family Strigidae.

Is Little Owl endangered?

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

What kingdom does Little Owl belong to?

Little Owl (Athene noctua) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Little Owl?

The closest relatives of Little Owl in the genus Athene include Burrowing Owl, Spotted Owlet.