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Golden masked owls (Tyto aurantia) belong to the kingdom of animalia, the order of strigiformes, the family of tytonidae, the genus of tyto, the class of aves, and the phylum of chordata. Golden masked owls (Tyto aurantia) are also called the New Britain masked owl, Bismarck masked owl, and New Britain barn owl. These birds are a species of barn owl that are local to New Britain's island, Papua New Guinea.
Golden masked owls, of class aves, live on the island of New Britain in Papua New Guinea, located near Australia. They live in a tropical climate in lowland and coniferous forests. There is, in fact, no such thing as a golden owl. The golden owl is, in fact, a collectible item sold off at an auction.
New Britain barn owl, Bismarck masked owl or the barn golden masked owl diet mainly consists of rodents, birds, insects, rabbits, amphibians, bandicoots, and other small owls. They can eat around four small rodents per night. The conservation status of the golden masked owl (Tyto aurantia) is Vulnerable, and the population of this owl is thought to be decreasing.
Here on our page, we have lots of golden masked owl facts that everyone will enjoy. Let's have a look at these interesting facts, and if you do like them, then read our house finch and barn owl facts.
Golden masked owls (Tyto aurantia), of class aves are also known as the New Britain barn owl. They are a species of barn owl who are indigenous to the island of New Britain in Papua New Guinea. They belong to the family of tytonidae and the kingdom of animalia.
Golden masked barn owls belong to the class of aves, the phylum of chordata, and the kingdom of animalia.
It has been reported that there could be around 2,500 to 9,999 individual golden masked owls in Papua New Guinea. However, the exact figure is unknown.
Golden masked barn owls, of class aves, live in the tropical forests on the island of New Britain, Papua New Guinea. They live near the equator and don't migrate.
Golden masked barn owls inhabit the island of New Britain in Papua New Guinea which is located near Australia. They like to live in a tropical climate, especially in lowland and coniferous forests. They like warm and swampy temperatures, and don't like deserts.
Golden masked owls are solitary birds, but they sometimes pair up with other birds for mating and help with navigation.
The life span of golden masked barn owls is an average of four years in the wild.
The breeding season of golden masked barn owls lasts throughout the year, and they stay with the same mate year after year. This means that they are monogamous creatures.
The conservation status of the New Britain masked owl, also known as the Bismarck masked owl or barn owl, is Vulnerable. The population of this owl is steadily decreasing.
Golden masked owls, or New Britain masked owls, have orange or brown feathers on the back and the top of their head. They have a face that is heart-shaped with white and yellow feathers. They also have some white feathers running down their chest. There are two dark eyes on their heart-shaped face. The golden masked owl has ears that are hidden on the sides of their head. They belong to the kingdom of animalia, phylum chordata and genus tyto.
Golden masked owls have a white-yellow, heart-shaped face and large dark eyes. They are carnivores who eat small rodents, insects, rabbits, birds, and sometimes other owls. Some people may find them cute to look at.
Golden masked owls possess ears that are hidden on the sides of their head. One ear is higher on their head than the other, and the left ear is able to hear sounds occurring on the ground below them, whereas the right ear hears sounds in the air.
Golden masked owls height ranges from 10.6-12.9 in (26-32 cm). Female golden masked owls are bigger than male golden masked owls. Masked owls are the largest of the tyto genus.
Golden masked owls (Tyto aurantia) can fly at speeds of up to 20 mph (32 kmph).
A fully grown golden masked owl (Tyto aurantia) weighs up to 0.9-1.7 lb (0.4-0.7 kg).
The female golden masked owl is called a hen, and the male golden masked owl are simply called male owls.
Baby golden masked owls (Tyto aurantia) are called owlets or nestlings.
New Britain masked owls, or golden masked owls (Tyto aurantia), are carnivores. Their diet mainly consists of rodents. They also eat birds, insects, rabbits, amphibians, bandicoots, and other small owls. They can eat as many as four small rodents per night.
They can be dangerous. They may attack animals and humans while defending their offspring, mates, or territory.
No, they are wild creatures. They cannot be confined to domestic living. Golden masked owls can't be kept as pets due to the sheer nature and size of this bird.
While these golden masked owls fly high, they can still hear a mouse moving in the tall grasses of a field.
Golden masked owls are also called New Britain barn owl, New Britain masked owl and Bismarck masked owl. This owl makes a sound like "kaaa-ka" which is repeated several times.
It has been reported by officials that there are around 2,500 to 9,999 individual golden masked owls in Papua New Guinea. They stay in hiding and this makes it challenging to determine an exact population. The conservation status of the golden masked owl (Tyto aurantia) is Vulnerable and the population of this owl is thought to be decreasing.
Here at Kidadl, we have carefully created lots of interesting family-friendly animal facts for everyone to discover! Learn more about some other birds including secretary bird, or tawny eagle.
You can even occupy yourself at home by drawing one of our golden masked owl coloring pages.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_masked_owl
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Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability.
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