What can save the desert's most tenacious birds? Tiny underground apartments.
In the vast urban sprawl of Arizona, the habitat of the tiny western burrowing owl is being destroyed—prompting ...
Southwest Florida's burrowing owls: Our underground neighbors facing growing threats
Cape Coral boasts the greatest density of Florida burrowing owls – tiny birds of prey that prefer to live life underground – ...
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Eastern vs Western Screech-Owl: What’s the Difference?
It’s difficult to ID Eastern and Western screech-owl species—location is your best bet. Hear their call and learn about their ...
Elf owl: Know more the physical characteristics, habitat, and diet of the smallest owl in ...
The elf owl, the smallest owl in the world, inhabits the deserts of the southwestern US and Mexico. Measuring 12-14 cm and ...
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SAVING THE CACTUS FERRUGINOUS PYGMY OWL
They’re as fierce as they are small: These 2.5-ounce raptors prey on birds twice their size and feed lizards to their chicks. Sadly they’re no match for urban development gobbling up their unique ...
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The US's controversial owl-killing plan
The spotted owl has been categorized as threatened under the Endangered Species Act since the 1990s, due in large part to the encroachment of barred owls on their habitat. Now, ecologists are ...