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Little Owl

Our smallest owl was introduced into Britain in the nineteenth century. Typically, Little Owls are found in arable fields, hunting for beetles and worms at night. In the late afternoon they can sometimes be seen sunning themselves, but you have to be lucky to spot the motionless form on a branch or tucked into the ivy on a tree. Their bright yellow eyes make them look quite fierce, despite their small size.

There are thought to be about 9,000 pairs of Little Owls in Britain. Their nocturnal habits make it hard to judge what is happening to population levels but there is some information within the BTO’s Breeding Birds of the Wider Countryside Report.

Little Owls can be found in most areas of England and in some parts of Wales.

To see an earlier distribution map, click here.

How will the BTO Owl Appeal help Little Owls?

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Please support the BTO Owl Appeal

Any donation will help us to turn the spotlight on the plight of our owl species. Cheques, made payable to BTO, should be sent toBTO Owl Appeal, The Nunnery, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2PU, you can phone 01842 750050 and make a credit-card donation or give on line.

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