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Burrowing Owl

This species is found throughout much of the Americas, from Canada to Patagonia, preferring open areas such as fields, pastures, and even urban areas. In Brazil, it is present in almost every state.

Unlike other owls, the burrowing owl is active during the day (diurnal), although it can also be seen hunting at night. It lives in burrows in the ground, often reusing burrows of other animals, such as armadillos, or digging its own. It is territorial and emits a variety of sounds to communicate.

The burrowing owl is a small to medium-sized owl, measuring about 20 to 28 cm in height. It has large, yellow eyes, a round, featherless head, and brown plumage with white spots, helping it to camouflage itself in its environment.

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