Wildlife Deep Dives

Have you checked out the new Dissect It! Bat Kit yet? This kit is a Stem.org Authenticated Educational Product. Experience dissection without the use of real animals and save money while you’re at it. This kit comes with two refill packets, so you can do this activity three times, instead of buying a new animal each time!

Are owls territorial? 

Some are and some aren't. For example, Barn Owls aren't that territorial, which is why you can put several nest boxes on a single piece of land and have multiple Barn Owls in the area. Other owls, like Tawny Owls, are much more territorial. 

Not many owls have protections under the Endangered Species Act. But between habitat loss and climate change, several owl species are struggling.

Here are a few. 

Nests are an important part of a raptor’s life. Different birds of prey will set up their nests in different spots depending on what they need and what habitat they thrive in. For example, hawks will often make their way into cities and make their homes in high places and parks, while eagles tend not to do so.

Check out a few.