Editorial photo #13638100 Human Interest

Birds Owl Guards His Underground Home

A burrowing owl stands near its burrow in Davie, Florida, on April 27, 2026. These owls are known to scatter animal dung around their burrow entrances to attract dung beetles, a favored food source. Unlike most owls, burrowing owls are active during the day and often nest in underground tunnels dug by prairie dogs or tortoises. (Photo by Ronen Tivony/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13638100
Date taken: 27 April 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Ronen Tivony/NurPhoto
Category: Human Interest

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