Typical owls of Saratov region. - E.V. Zavyalov, V.G. Tabachishin, G.V. Shlyakhtin, N.N. Yakushev, I.B. Kochetova. - Berkut. 9 (1-2). 2000. P. 74-81.
On base of the analysis of literature and results of field research total 11 species of Typical owls from 1 family (Strigidae) were registered in Saratov region in 1871-2000. From them 6 species are breeding, 1 – wintering and 4 – vagrant. Tawny Owl, Short-eared Owl and Long-eared Owl are the most numerous species. 1 species from this family (Eagle Owl) is included in the Red Data Book of Saratov region. Ural Owl, Tengmalm’s Owl, Pygmy Owl, Snowy Owl are very rare visitors to Saratov region. Data about distribution and ecology of all 11 species are presented. [Russian].
Key words: Saratov region, Typical owls, fauna, distribution, ecology, breeding, migration.
Address: E.V. Zavyalov, Saratov university, Astrakhanskaya str. 83, 410026 Saratov, Russia.