Burrowing Owl

About this cute Burrowing Owl

The Burrowing Owl is a a small owl with long legs that can be found troughout North and South America. They nest and roost in burrows in the ground, like those excavated by prairie dogs. Unlike most owls, you'll find Burrowing Owls active during the day, although they tend to avoid the mid-day heat and still hunt mostly from dusk until dawn.