Mauritius Scops-Owl
Otus sauzieri
EX
Extinct
No living individuals remain
Source: IUCN Red List
This species is extinct
About the Mauritius Scops-Owl
The extinct Mauritius scops owl (Otus sauzieri), also known as Mauritius owl, Mauritius lizard owl, Commerson's owl, Sauzier's owl, or Newton's owl, was endemic to the Mascarene island of Mauritius. It is known from a collection of subfossil bones from the Mare aux Songes swamp, a detailed sketch made by de Jossigny in 1770, a no less detailed description by Desjardins of a bird shot in 1836, and a number of brief reports about owls, the...
Key Facts
- Extinct - this species no longer exists in the wild.
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
- Sadly, this species is now extinct.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Mauritius Scops-Owl?
The scientific name of the Mauritius Scops-Owl is Otus sauzieri.
Is the Mauritius Scops-Owl endangered?
The Mauritius Scops-Owl is classified as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.
