Genus: Athene cunicularia Nicknames: Billy Owl, Ground Owl, Athene Owl (originating from the scientific name refering to the Greek Goddess of Wisdom; who’s favorite bird was the owl.) Measurements: The Burrowing Owl has a wingspan of 21 to 24 inches, weighs in at 4.4 to 9 pounds and stands 7.5 to 10 inches tall. These […]