African Grass Owl
Tyto capensis
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Strigiformes · Tytonidae
About
The African grass owl or simply grass owl is a species of owl in the barn owl family, Tytonidae.
Fun Fact
African grass owls nest on the ground in dense grassland, creating tunnels through the vegetation that lead to a central chamber — they are one of the very few owls that are entirely ground-nesting.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Grasslands and marshes
Diet
Carnivore
Lifespan
5-10 years
Threats
- Urban Expansion
- Agricultural Conversion
External Data Sources
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