The elf owl, the smallest owl in the world, inhabits the deserts of the southwestern US and Mexico. Measuring 12-14 cm and weighing 35-55 grams, it is a proficient predator, hunting insects and small ...

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Elf owls are compact little birds, with yellow eyes, short tails, no ear tufts and larger-than-usual heads for their body size ...

Then, in one swift motion, Murray reached into the carrier and retrieved a small owl with brown and white speckled feathers. Although an adult, the owl was only about nine inches tall, with long ...

February is an excellent time for seasoned birders and casual nature enthusiasts to watch for one of Pennsylvania’s more ...

Tracking the northern pygmy owl in Yellowstone – small, fierce, and fascinating. Discover this tiny predator’s hunting skills ...