From Nat Geo
Tiny and fierce, western burrowing owls are basically the underdogs of the bird world. They were once among the most populous owls on the continent. But as urban sprawl takes over much of the western burrowing owls’ habitat, conservationists in Arizona are digging in to create safe spaces for these little warriors to thrive.
If we keep having enough people that don’t wanna see the same winner twice, it could very well be the Burrow Owls’ chance!
I just love their scowlitude. They’re so big and mean and tough and tiny and then they hop away.
Haha! Yes - “I’m a big scary predator, lurking arou-eEEE!”
It maintains outstanding composure on that landing though!