Sulawesi Masked Owl
A species of Tyto Scientific name : Tyto rosenbergii Genus : Tyto
Sulawesi Masked Owl, A species of Tyto
Botanical name: Tyto rosenbergii
Genus: Tyto
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Photo By Nigel Voaden 
Description
The Sulawesi masked owl grows to a length of about 43 to 46 cm (17 to 18 in). The upperparts of the male are charcoal grey with scattered white spots and streaks. The underparts are buff with dark spots and streaks and the facial mask is white or whitish-brown. The call is an eerie, long drawn-out screech and is usually emitted in flight. 
Size
46 cm
General Info
Species Status
The Sulawesi masked owl has a wide range and although the size of its population is unknown, its numbers are believed to be stable. This species has a widespread occurrence in Sulawesi, Sangihe and Peneng, but is not particularly common and the International Union for Conservation of Nature lists it as being of "least concern" in its IUCN Red List.
