Burrowing Owls - III.

 

Burrowing owls are monogamous.  Pairs may remain for one breeding season or even mate for life. Occasionally, a male may have two mates.

The male usually tries to attract the female to suitable nest site and may use special courtship flights, calls and various ways of showing his affection. Then comes copulation.

Copulation.

Once mated, the male will locate a suitable tunnel (burrow), which he lines with dried plants and feathers. 

The female will lay a clutch of eggs, typically 9 and will incubate them for 3 to 4 weeks while the male guards the burrow entrance and fetches food. 

After hatching, both parents will feed the young owlets.

Generally, life is good.