Northern Saw-whet Owl

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Norway and United States.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Chordata (Kordalılar)

Class

Aves (kuş)

Order

Strigiformes (Baykuş)

Family

Strigidae (True Owls)

Genus

Aegolius

Species

Aegolius acadicus (Northern Saw-whet Owl)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アメリカキンメフクロウ

Chinese 棕榈鬼鸮

Spanish Tecolote afilador

French Petite nyctale

German Sägekauz

Portuguese mocho-amolador

Russian Североамериканский мохноногий сыч

Similar Species in Aegolius

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Boreal Owl

Aegolius funereus

Least Concern

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Buff-fronted Owl

Aegolius harrisii

Least Concern

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Bermuda Saw-whet Owl

Aegolius gradyi

Extinct

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Unspotted Saw-whet Owl

Aegolius ridgwayi

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Northern Saw-whet Owl?

The scientific name of Northern Saw-whet Owl is Aegolius acadicus. It belongs to the genus Aegolius.

What is the conservation status of Northern Saw-whet Owl?

Northern Saw-whet Owl (Aegolius acadicus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Northern Saw-whet Owl live?

Northern Saw-whet Owl is found in Distributed across Norway and United States.. Countries include Norway, United States.

What family does Northern Saw-whet Owl belong to?

Northern Saw-whet Owl (Aegolius acadicus) belongs to the genus Aegolius, which is part of the taxonomic family Strigidae.

Is Northern Saw-whet Owl endangered?

No, Northern Saw-whet Owl (Aegolius acadicus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Northern Saw-whet Owl belong to?

Northern Saw-whet Owl (Aegolius acadicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Northern Saw-whet Owl?

The closest relatives of Northern Saw-whet Owl in the genus Aegolius include Boreal Owl, Buff-fronted Owl, Bermuda Saw-whet Owl, Unspotted Saw-whet Owl.