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Mochuelo- Burrowing Owl

Athene cunicularia

Description:

This specie of owl lay its eggs underground in nests covered by grass. The secondary feathers in the wings are modified in a form that no sound is perceived when they pass near you.

Habitat:

Warm and dry weather.

1 Species ID Suggestions

AshleyT
AshleyT 10 years ago
Burrowing Owl
Athene cunicularia Burrowing Owl


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Maria Paula
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Maria Paula

Meta, Colombia

Spotted on Jun 9, 2013
Submitted on Jun 18, 2013

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