New data yet to be released by the BTO records that this was broken by a 17-year-old barn owl, found in Frampton Marsh near Boston last year. This owl in Eastfield Farm has now been recorded as the ...

When ecosystems collapse, most species struggle - but not the burrowing owl. In this video, we explore how these clever birds adapt to urban sprawl, disturbed landscapes, and disappearing habitats.

Federal wildlife officials approved a plan to cull barred owls in order to protect northern spotted owls, but it could be ...

The Richardson’s ground squirrel weighs less than a pound, is about a foot long and is native to the northern Plains. The little creature also is a ferocious tunneler, and ...

Next time you hear hooting and it sounds like “Who’s coming for dinner,” take a look in your garden or backyard to determine ...

Road trip season is here, and there's plenty to see across Saskatchewan’s West Central region. You don’t need to spend hours ...

The new species has been found in two small isolated waterways in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest, according to a study.

Nevada’s vast desert landscapes, characterized by rugged terrain and sweeping valleys, are home to an array of species that have adapted to thrive in its challenging conditions. Among these resilient ...

The Oregon National Guard’s Rees Training Center is home to the country’s most successful burrowing owl colony, with over 100 nesting pairs. Thanks to a 17-year partnership with the ...

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Repost of a DVIDS post on the burrowing owl research of Boise State University Master of Science in Raptor Biology student Solai Le Fay.