Abyssinian Owl

Asio abyssinicus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Strigiformes · Strigidae

About

The Abyssinian owl or African long-eared owl is a non-migratory, terrestrial, medium-sized true owl. Due to their status as a protected species of least concern, they cannot legally be hunted in most of the territory that they inhabit.

Fun Fact

Due to their status as a protected species of least concern, they cannot legally be hunted in most of the territory that they inhabit.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in the Albertine Rift montane forests, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, central Kenya, and Western Uganda.

Diet

Prey is available, including smaller insects and birds, field mice, and shrews.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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