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Australian Masked-Owl

Tyto novaehollandiae

Least Concern

About

The Australian Masked-Owl (Tyto novaehollandiae) is a species in the genus Tyto. 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.

Distributed across Australia and Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇦🇺 Australia

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Aves (นก)

Order

Strigiformes (นกเค้าแมว)

Species

Tyto novaehollandiae (Australian Masked-Owl)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オオメンフクロウ

Chinese 大草鴞

Spanish Lechuza australiana

French Effraie masquée

German Neuhollandeule

Russian Австралийская сипуха

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Australian Masked-Owl?

The scientific name of Australian Masked-Owl is Tyto novaehollandiae. It belongs to the genus Tyto.

What is the conservation status of Australian Masked-Owl?

Australian Masked-Owl (Tyto novaehollandiae) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Australian Masked-Owl live?

Australian Masked-Owl is found in Distributed across Australia and Norway.. Countries include Australia, Norway.

What family does Australian Masked-Owl belong to?

Australian Masked-Owl (Tyto novaehollandiae) belongs to the genus Tyto, which is part of the taxonomic family Tytonidae.

Is Australian Masked-Owl endangered?

No, Australian Masked-Owl (Tyto novaehollandiae) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Australian Masked-Owl belong to?

Australian Masked-Owl (Tyto novaehollandiae) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Australian Masked-Owl?

The closest relatives of Australian Masked-Owl in the genus Tyto include นกแสก, นกแสกทุ่งหญ้า, Golden Masked-Owl, Lesser Masked-Owl, Madagascar Red Owl.