Mystery Bird

This bird is abundant in the shrubby areas of the western region. There are two distinct types of this bird—one that lives in the east and one west.

Please post your guesses as to what type of bird this is! Later, I will post hints in the comments area.

p.s.—click in the picture to get a closer look

Burrowing Owl

Burrowing owls are one of the few varieties of owl to live on the ground. Though they are becoming endangered, they live in most parts of North and South America. Because of their size of 10 inches, burrowing owls eat mainly small mammals and amphibians such as frogs. Although it is quite capable of digging its own burrow, they usually take one that is pre-made for them by other animals such as prairie dogs, skunks, armadillos, and tortoises.