Written by Peter Pearsall/Photo by Dan Streiffert The burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia) is a small, long-legged owl with big personality and a lifestyle unlike any other North American owl. Instead
Written by Peter Pearsall/Photo by Rick Vetter Long-eared owls are cryptic nocturnal hunters, found year-round at Malheur Refuge but seldom encountered. Named for the prominent tufts of feathers on their
In flight, the contrast between dark flight feathers and pale underwings is distinctive.
Written by Peter Pearsall/Photos by Dan Streiffert and Peter Pearsall The Northern harrier (Circus hudsonius) is a commonly encountered bird of prey found across North America, recognizable by its owl-like
Written by Peter Pearsall/Photos by Dan Streiffert and Peter Pearsall The short-eared owl (Asio flammeus) is one of the most widespread owl species in the world, found across North and
Join us in celebrating National Wildlife Refuge Week in honor of Malheur NWR and the Friends who promote its conservation. Come & Bring your friends!
