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Meredith Haggert, South Harrison Elementary

Gloucester County

Save the Short-eared Owl
Image of Short-eared owl.Zoom+ Short-eared owl. Meredith Haggert

Hi. I am a short-eared owl. I am an endangered species. Here is some important information about what short-eared owls eat, live, and survive.

I hunt at night, in the morning, and late evening. I usually eat small mammals, but sometimes I eat small birds. I eat my prey by flying over it and then pouncing on it. Unlike most owls, I carry my prey in my talons.

Short-eared owls live in big, open spaces such as prairies, grasslands, and agricultural fields. When I migrate, I move through mountain passes, flying great distances.

I am a medium sized owl. I have dark streaks on my chest, belly, and back. Male short-eared owls have light colored feathers than females. My colors provide good camouflage.

I am endangered because of lack of food and water, diseases, and loss of habitat. People have destroyed my habitat, and I think they have to stop to save the short-eared owl.

Written by: Meredith Haggert
South Harrison Elementary
Harrisonville, NJ
Teacher: Mr. Dunner