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Europe
Tawny Owl
Strix aluco
About this species
The Tawny Owl (Strigidae) is widely distributed across Europe, where it favours forest environments and plays a key role in its ecosystem.
The Tawny Owl is part of the order Strigiformes and the Strigidae family. Its preferred habitat is forest, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Europe.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Strigidae family and Strigiformes order.