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What does burrowing owl mean?
A small owl of the Americas (Athene cunicularia or Speotyto cunicularia), which lives in holes, often dug by prairie dogs.

How to pronounce burrowing owl

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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “burrowing owl” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.