Description
Short-eared Owl hunting low over Ontario grasslands.
Unlike many owls that perch and wait, short-eared owls fly low and slow, listening for movement beneath winter grasses. These open fields aren’t just empty space, they’re critical hunting habitat, and we need them now more than ever!
Grasslands may look quiet in February, but they’re full of life. 🌱
A simple way to help? Avoid using rodenticides, they can harm owls and other wildlife that naturally control rodents. Protecting their habitat and avoiding toxins go hand in hand for a healthier ecosystem
Taken By
Michelle Axford
Taken On
March 3, 2026
Tagged
shortie
short
eared
owl
animal
bird
beak
vertebrate
bird_of_prey
wildlife
