The burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia) is a small, long-legged owl native to the Americas, known for its unique habit of nesting in burrows dug by animals like prairie dogs and ground squirrels. Unlike most owls, it is active during the day and night, hunting insects, small mammals, and occasionally reptiles. With bright yellow eyes, a round head without ear tufts, and brown feathers with white spotting, it blends well into its open grassland habitats. Found across the western United States, Mexico, and parts of Central and South America, burrowing owls face threats from habitat loss and declining populations of burrowing mammals. Conservation efforts, such as preserving habitats and installing artificial burrows, aim to support these social and charismatic birds, which play a vital role in controlling insect and rodent populations.
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