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About Burrowing Owl
Forages for small mammals, insects, and reptiles on the groundUses burrows as nests and sheltersMonogamous, with pairs forming during breeding seasonBoth parents incubate eggs and care for young
Size
23 - 28 cm
Weight
170 - 250 g
Lifespan
up to 10-15 years
Diet
Small mammals, Insects, Reptiles, Amphibians
Conservation Status
Status
Vulnerable
Population Trend
declining
Threats
- Habitat loss and fragmentation
- Human disturbance
- Climate change
Additional Notes
The Burrowing Owl is a threatened species in North America, with a declining population due to habitat loss and human disturbance.
Distribution
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Western North America
North America • United States, Canada
Southwestern United States
North America • United States
Mexico
North America • Mexico
The Burrowing Owl is a migratory species that breeds in western North America and winters in southwestern United States and Mexico.