Guadalcanal Owl

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Guadalcanal Owl (<em>Athene granti</em>) is a species of Owls (<em>Strigidae</em>) in the order Owls.

Overview

Guadalcanal Owl (Athene granti) is a species of Owls (Strigidae) in the order Owls.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Athene; binomial: Athene granti; authority: (Sharpe, 1888).

Distribution

Breeding range: Australasia.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Guadalcanal Owl is split from A. jacquinoti based on plumage and striking bioacoustic differences (Dutson 2011; HBW/BirdLife).

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