Early accounts of the owl in California described it as one of the state's most common birds. In the late 1860s, according to one ornithologist, “burrowing owls stood on every little knoll” around San ...

You can sign up for the count at audubon.org. You can learn more about the bird count here. On March 5, the Center for Biological Diversity, Defenders of Wildlife, Burrowing Owl Preservation ...

The Marin nonprofit has joined a coalition of conservation groups defending a federal plan to kill invasive barred owls in ...

Athene comes from “Athena,” the name of the Greek goddess associated with the owl. The Latin cunicularus means “little miner.” DESCRIPTION: Adult burrowing owls are from about seven to 10 inches in ...

A burrowing owl keeps an eye on those passing by its exhibit at Lee Richardson Zoo. A pair of the owls are among the newest… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up No ...

Jan. 17—In Washington, burrowing owls are rare. Their population has sharply declined as development takes over areas where they've lived for years. Small, brown and speckled with bright ...