Animals in Kansas

There are different varieties of animals in Kansas State. If you happen to visit around the state, you will see tiny rodents, medium-sized mammals and large bison.  Some other animals that can be found in Kansas state are:

Armyworm

If you have been wondering who has been destroying your crops all along, then let us introduce you to one of those species known as Armyworm. They are found in many countries, especially in areas with more agricultural lands and crop fields.

Life stages of Armyworm

Armyworm has different life stages, which include eggs, larvae, pupae and then adults. The transformation of an Armyworm from an egg to an adult is typical of 30 to 50 days.

After they turn into an adult, they become ready to damage your crops because they feed largely on grasses and crops. They usually attack in groups and move from one crop field to another after finishing eating one.

Burrowing Owls

Burrowing owls are slender, yellow-eyed, have no ear tufts visible, have white eyebrows, and are long-legged. Male and female burrowing owls are exactly like each other as it is not easy to tell them apart.

Male and female burrowing owls are exactly like each other as it is not easy to tell them apart. Burrowing owls spend most of their time near the ground despite being amazingly capable of fanciful flight.

Burrowing owls seem to be very active in the daytime, but they usually hunt at sunrise or sunset. The rest of the time, they engage themselves in doing other activities like taking a bath in puddles or dust, stretching or peering.

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