Marsh Owl (Asio capensis)

Marsh Owl, a reference photo — Photo: Josefito123 · CC BY-SA 4.0 (licence)

The marsh owl (Asio capensis) is a medium to large species of owl in the family Strigidae.

Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Marsh Owl being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Tyto longimembris
Asio flammeus

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Aves
Order: Strigiformes
Family: Strigidae
Genus: Asio
Species: Asio capensis

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