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North America
Burrowing Owl
Athene cunicularia
About this species
The Burrowing Owl (Strigidae) is widely distributed across North America, where it favours grassland environments and plays a key role in its ecosystem.
The Burrowing Owl is part of the order Strigiformes and the Strigidae family. Its preferred habitat is grassland, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of North America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Strigidae family and Strigiformes order.