BURROWING OWLLatin name: Athene cunicularia.Description: A small, long-legged owl.Where found: Throughout open landscapes of North and South America.
BURROWING OWL
Latin name: Athene cunicularia.
Description: A small, long-legged owl.
Where found: Throughout open landscapes of North and South America. Burrowing owls can be found in grasslands, rangelands, agricultural areas, deserts, or any other dry, open area with low vegetation.
Hunting: From dusk until dawn.
Diet: Mainly large insects and small rodents.
Natural enemies: Badgers, coyotes, and snakes.
BOOBOK OWL
Latin name: Ninox novaeseelandiae
Description: Small brown owl
Where found: Australasia
Hunting: Evenings and mornings.
Diet: Insects and small rodents and birds.
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