A burrowing owl stretches on the Colorado plains. (© Tony's Takes)
A burrowing owl stretches on the Colorado plains. (© Tony’s Takes)

A fun, surprise encounter with a burrowing owl this past weekend in a spot I hadn’t seen any this year. It put on a nice show, as these little guys usually do, coughing up a pellet, stretching, then taking a short flight.

I would not be surprised if this is the last burrowing owl I see this year as soon they will be heading south for the winter. This summer I have had some fantastic encounters with them and will be anxiously awaiting their return next spring.

A burrowing owl stretches on the Colorado plains. (© Tony's Takes)
A burrowing owl stretches on the Colorado plains. (© Tony’s Takes)
A burrowing owl stretches on the Colorado plains. (© Tony's Takes)
A burrowing owl stretches on the Colorado plains. (© Tony’s Takes)
A burrowing owl takes flight on the Colorado plains. (© Tony's Takes)
A burrowing owl takes flight on the Colorado plains. (© Tony’s Takes)
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