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Barn owl (Tyto alba)
| Scientific Classification | |
|---|---|
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Aves |
| Order: | Strigiformes |
| Family: | Tytonidae |
| Species: | Tyto alba |
| Common: | Barn owl |
The barn owl is the most widely distributed species of owl, and one of the most widespread of all birds found anywhere except the polar and desert regions.
Identification
Adults
The adult male and female barn owl are similar in appearance. They area a medium-sized owl with white or mostly white underside, heart-shaped, white face. The upperparts are back tawny, marked with black and white spots. They have long legs, dark eyes, and a round head without ear tufts.
Immature
Immature birds are similar in appearance to the adult.
Gallery
Barn owl
Australian Reptile Park (2007)
Barn owl
Santa Cruz, Galápagos (2010)
Related Page Hierarchy
Kingdom: Animalia (animals)Class: Aves (birds)Order: Strigiformes (owls)Family: Tytonidae (barn-owls)Barn owl (Tyto alba)