Photo by javier_aznar_photography | In central Spain, a species known as a little owl feeds on a katydid at sunrise, when the spring and summer temperatures are still low and the owls are more active. Little owls feed primarily on insects like beetles and grasshoppers as well as bigger prey such as rodents, reptiles, and amphibians. They're one of the best allies for farmers, helping to keep pests under control. Unfortunately the use of insecticides has decimated the populations of many species, including little owls. The lack of prey and nesting sites are other threats, mainly due to the rise of industrialized agriculture. Follow javier_aznar_photography for more images about little owls #athene noctua #owls #castillalamancha