Barking Owl
Hi! I’m a Barking Owl
The Barking Owl is a medium sized owl, often found on the edges of woodland and farmland. This owl gets its name from its characteristic bark that sounds like that of a dog. Barking owls are monogamous and mate for life. During breeding season, the male will often provide food for their mate.
The National Zoo & Aquarium is home to siblings, Ruby and Rocco.
Barking Owl Facts
Taxonomy
Ninox connivens
Population Movement
Decreasing
Current Animals
Rocco, Ruby
Life Span (captive)
10-20 years
Weight
380-960g
Reproduction
The breeding season of the barking owl is from July to September in the north of Australia and from August to October in the south. Females lay 2-3 eggs, and incubate these for around 38 days.
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Group Count
2
Life Span (wild)
10-20 years
Size
39-44cm
Gestation
38 days
Distribution
Mainland Australia, New Guinea, and Moluccas