African Barred Owlet
Glaucidium capense
Least ConcernAves · Strigiformes · Strigidae
About
The African barred owlet is a species of small owl in the family Strigidae found in much of southern, central and eastern Africa. The taxon may be four species rather than a single species.
Fun Fact
The taxon may be four species rather than a single species.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs in open habitats with trees such as gallery forest, woodland, forest edge and secondary growth.
Diet
Feeds on small mammals, birds, reptiles, frogs, insects, scorpions and caterpillars which are normally caught following a short flight from a perch.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance