When do Burrowing Owls Sleep?

Burrowing Owls are opportunistic predators, preying

primarily on insects and small mammals which make up ~55% of their diet . During the day, owls prey on insects near the burrow; whereas, foraging for small

mammals occurs predominately at night.

pocket gophers, voles, and deer mice may be common prey for the burrowing owl, scientists can learn what mammals these owls eat by examining their pellets.