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Researchers Say Population of Short-eared Owls Are Declining
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Researchers observing a possible decline in short-eared owls are expanding their study from Idaho to eight western states.
Boise State Public Radio reports that researchers believe there has been a 60 percent decline in the owl's population in the West over the last 40 to 50 years.
The study has received a $500,000 grant from the Fish and Wildlife Service allowing it to expand efforts to eight western states starting March.
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