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Preservation of rare and endangered habitat is one way of saving some species of wildlife such as the migratory whooping crane that makes Texas its home in the winter. Next time you see game animals, take a moment to reflect on the role that these animals play in the big picture that is Texas.
8 Οκτ 2024 · Burrowing animals can be bothersome when they get busy digging, but finding the culprit is the first step. First, examine the hole—if you can see its end, it's not a burrow, and the creature that dug it probably isn't living on your land (and won't be a problem going forward!).
You can find burrows in your yard that come from a range of different animals, from chipmunks to coyotes. The easiest way to identify what created the burrows you find is by looking at the size of the entrance, and the area around it. Wildlife Informer.
Badgers are fossorial animals, which means they burrow underground. When excavating, badgers use their long, thick front claws to break fresh ground while their back legs kick out the excess dirt. They are known to dig faster than any mammal, including a man with a shovel.
The burrowing owl is a ground-dwelling bird with distinctive long legs, a short tail, and very serious-looking eyes. It is further characterized by its lack of ear tufts. The feathers are a sandy brown color above, while the breast area is beige with spotted bars.
The Burrowing Owl is the only owl active both day and night. It is closely associated with prairie dogs and other burrowing mammals. In Texas, it’s breeding is mostly restricted to the western part of the state and the Panhandle area.
Plenty of snowbirds visit South Texas this time of year to enjoy the mild weather and sunshine, but not every winged species can be spotted by looking up at the sky. During the daytime, ground-dwelling Western burrowing owls can be found near their underground homes to stay safe from predators.
