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Burrowing Owl
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Habitat and behaviour
Habitat: Prairie, airports, golf courses.
Diet: Insects, rodents.
Best time to spot: Stands by its burrow in daylight.
When to look
Check local eBird bar charts for timing in your state; range and season vary a lot across the US.
How rare is it?
The Burrowing Owl sits in our Uncommon tier for the US: regular, but you usually need the right place or the right season. It belongs to the owls family.
Recent US sightings
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