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  • Scientific names
    • Athene cunicularia
    • Speotyto cunicularia
  • English
    • Burrowing Owl
  • French
    • chevêche des terriers
  • Spanish
    • Tecolote llanero

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Recent Observations

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What

Burrowing Owl Athene cunicularia

Observer

mbarton

Date

Jul 31, 2010

Description

Pair and fledglings. Attempt to figure out more precise location later.

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Photos

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What

Burrowing Owl Athene cunicularia

Observer

johnnybirder

Date

Mar 25, 2011

Place

phoenix az (Google, OSM)
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Photos

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What

Burrowing Owl Athene cunicularia

Observer

hartvillestuff

Date

Dec 22, 2010
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Description from Wikipedia

The Burrowing Owl (Athene cunicularia) is a small, long-legged owl 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. They nest and roost in burrows, such as those excavated by prairie dogs (Cynomys spp.). Unlike most owls, burrowing owls are often active during the day, although they tend to avoid the mid-day heat. Most hunting is...

Source: BirdLife International (2011) IUCN Red List for birds. Downloaded from http://www.birdlife.org on 31/07/2011.