McHenry County Conservation District / McHenry County College / ShortEared
OWL GALLERY
Information: MCCD #(815) 338-6223

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ShortEared Common Name:
Short-Eared Owl
 
 
Scientific Name: Asio flammeus

 

Diet: Mainly voles.

 

Comment: Endangered in Illinois. This owl hunts over the prairie and nests on the ground. Prairie restoration is essential to help bring back this species.