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Northern Saw-whet Owl

Aegolius acadicus · Strigidae · Strigiformes

Best monthsMar–Apr · Octmost records
Records48,813in 1 country
Most seen inCanada48,813 records
Red ListLeast concernIUCN status
Northern Saw-whet Owl
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About

Northern Saw-whet Owl in brief

The northern saw-whet owl (Aegolius acadicus) is a bird of the Strigidae family — species of bird.

In Canada it has 48,813 published records. It is recorded through much of the year, most often in March, April and October.

Its global conservation status is least concern on the IUCN Red List.

Records by month

All countries combined · the strongest months highlighted
Where & when

When to look in each country

Canada48,813 records · best Mar, Apr
Map

Where it has been recorded

Density of published records; brighter cells have more records.