Owls and Their Scientific Names Flashcards

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What is the scientific name of the Barn Owl?

Aegolius funereus

Strix varia

Athene cunicularia

Tyto alba (correct)

What is the scientific name of the Barred Owl?

Strix varia (correct)

Bubo scandiacus

Aegolius acadicus

Strix nebulosa

What is the scientific name of the Boreal Owl?

Athene cunicularia

Aegolius funereus (correct)

Megascops asio

Bubo virginianus

What is the scientific name of the Burrowing Owl?

Athene cunicularia Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Chuck-Will's-Widow?

Antrostomus carolinensis Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Common Nighthawk?

Chordeiles minor Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Common Pauraque?

Nyctidromus albicollis Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Common Poorwill?

Phalaenoptilus nuttallii Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Eastern Screech-Owl?

Megascops asio Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Eastern Whip-Poor-Will?

Antrostomus Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Flammulated Owl?

Otus flammeolus Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Great Gray Owl?

Strix nebulosa Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Great Horned Owl?

Bubo virginianus Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Long-Eared Owl?

Asio otus Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Northern Hawk Owl?

Surnia ulula Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Northern Saw-Whet Owl?

Aegolius acadicus Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Short-Eared Owl?

Asio flammeus Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Snowy Owl?

Bubo scandiacus Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Spotted Owl?

Strix occidentalis Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Western Screech-Owl?

Megascops kennicottii Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Common Owls and Their Scientific Names

Barn Owl: Known for its heart-shaped face and remarkable hunting abilities, described scientifically as Tyto alba.
Barred Owl: Characterized by its distinctive horizontal barring on the chest, its scientific name is Strix varia.
Boreal Owl: A small owl inhabiting boreal forests, identified scientifically as Aegolius funereus.
Burrowing Owl: Unique for nesting in underground burrows, referred to scientifically as Athene cunicularia.
Chuck-Will's-Widow: A nocturnal bird related to owls, known for its haunting call, scientifically named Antrostomus carolinensis.
Common Nighthawk: Recognized for its aerial displays and distinctive calls, its scientific classification is Chordeiles minor.
Common Pauraque: Found in warm regions, this owl-like nightjar is called Nyctidromus albicollis in scientific terms.
Common Poorwill: Another nocturnal bird, known for its unique call and presence in arid environments, named scientifically as Phalaenoptilus nuttallii.
Eastern Screech-Owl: A small and versatile owl known for its varied colorations, identified as Megascops asio.
Eastern Whip-Poor-Will: This nocturnal bird, known for its repetitive call, is classified scientifically as Antrostomus.
Flammulated Owl: A small owl often found in coniferous forests, scientifically named Otus flammeolus.
Great Gray Owl: The largest owl by length in North America, noted for its impressive facial disc, classified as Strix nebulosa.
Great Horned Owl: A powerful predator with tufted "horns" and widespread distribution, known scientifically as Bubo virginianus.
Long-Eared Owl: Recognized by its long ear tufts and orange facial disk, scientifically referred to as Asio otus.
Northern Hawk Owl: Active during the day and hunting primarily from perches, its scientific name is Surnia ulula.
Northern Saw-Whet Owl: A small, nocturnal owl with a distinctive call, identified as Aegolius acadicus.
Short-Eared Owl: Known for its long wings and shorter ears, this species is classified scientifically as Asio flammeus.
Snowy Owl: Famous for its striking white plumage, often linked to Arctic regions, known scientifically as Bubo scandiacus.
Spotted Owl: Recognized by its dark brown plumage with white spots, its scientific classification is Strix occidentalis.
Western Screech-Owl: Similar to its Eastern counterpart but adapted to the western U.S., identified as Megascops kennicottii.

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Test your knowledge of owls and their scientific names with these flashcards. From the Barn Owl to the Common Nighthawk, explore the diverse species of these fascinating birds. Perfect for students and bird enthusiasts alike!