They're cute, fuzzy, and very vulnerable around Saskatchewan highways.

Collisions with vehicles are the number one cause of death in the burrowing owls.

Lori Johnson, Owl Coordinator at the Saskatchewan Burrowing Owl Interpretive Centre, said the little owls are very active right now.

"The young of the year are starting to become a little more independent and they are dispersing to satellite burrows, and just getting used to being out and on their own. So they are quite busy this time of year looking for food and doing all things that owls like to do."

Johnson had some advice about how we can help keep them safe when we are out driving.

"Just pay attention. Particularly when we're out in the rural areas. Just being on alert and driving at safe, reasonable speed, which is not only good for them but good for us as well."

The Interpretive Centre will be shutting down for the year after Labour Day, but you can always go to there website to find out more about the burrowing owls at www.skburrowingowl.ca.