Discover the burrowing owl, a ground-nesting gem

Burrowing owls are found across the Americas but face population decline due to habitat loss. They are medium-sized birds with distinctive brown feathers and white spots. These owls nest in abandoned burrows, making them vulnerable to predators. They prefer open grasslands but adapt to other areas like golf courses. Their population has decreased by a third over the past 50 years.

In what types of environments do Burrowing Owls prefer to nest?

How has the habitat loss affected the Burrowing Owl population over the last fifty years?