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琉球角鸮 (Ryukyu Scops-Owl)

Otus elegans

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

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Names in Other Languages

Japanese リュウキュウコノハズク
Chinese 琉球角鸮
Spanish Autillo elegante
French Petit-duc élégant
German Schmuck-Zwergohreule
Russian Совка Рюкю

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of 琉球角鸮?
The scientific name of 琉球角鸮 is Otus elegans. It belongs to the genus Otus.
What is the conservation status of 琉球角鸮?
琉球角鸮 (Otus elegans) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does 琉球角鸮 live?
琉球角鸮 is found in Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway.
What family does 琉球角鸮 belong to?
琉球角鸮 (Otus elegans) belongs to the genus Otus, which is part of the taxonomic family Strigidae.
What kingdom does 琉球角鸮 belong to?
琉球角鸮 (Otus elegans) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of 琉球角鸮?
The closest relatives of 琉球角鸮 in the genus Otus include 倫佳尼角鴞, 內格羅角鴞, 华莱士角鸮, 南菲律宾角鸮, 印度角鴞.

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