Species: Burrowing Owl (Athene cunicularia) | Location: Southern Nevada, United States of America
We have volunteered with U.S. Fish and Wildlife, as well as researchers from the University of Idaho, to monitor owl burrows in southern Nevada to determine their success in hatching and raising the young chicks. There is concern that owl populations in this area are decreasing, and a project is underway to measure the reproduction rate. The chicks pictured range in age from 18 to 22 weeks old. The clutch in this burrow has so far produced 7 young owls. They are currently in process of exploring outside their burrow and learning how to hunt, fly and prepare to carry on in a big world (as well as generally just look cute). Mom and Dad are pretty busy training and keeping them fed...and in a few months will be looking forward to a well-earned vacation.
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