Christmas Boobook

Ninox natalis

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Aves · Strigiformes · Strigidae

About

The Christmas boobook, also known as the Christmas hawk owl, Christmas Island boobook or Christmas Island hawk owl, is a species of owl in the family Strigidae.

Fun Fact

It was not until 1998, however, that DNA testing confirmed its status as a separate species from other owls.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Consume medium to large insects, particularly beetles (Coleoptera), tree crickets (Gryllacris rufovaria), moths (Lepidoptera) and introduced cockroaches (Periplaneta americana).

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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