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Tecolote

Tecolote is a Spanish term for owl, borrowed from the Nahuatl word tecolōtl, and is commonly used in Mexico and parts of Central America to refer to various species of these nocturnal birds, including the great horned owl (Bubo virginianus), burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia), and pygmy owls of the genus Glaucidium.^[1]^[2] The etymology of tecolōtl is onomatopoeic, imitating the owl's distinctive hoot—"tecolo, tecolo, o, o"—as documented in the 16th-century Florentine Codex, a key Nahuatl text compiled by Bernardino de Sahagún.^[1] In classical Nahuatl, the term primarily describes the great horned owl, portrayed as a round-bodied bird with horn-like ear tufts, yellow eyes resembling spindle whorls, and a deep voice active only at night; it was noted for being blinded by daylight and inhabiting crags or trees.^[1] Over time, tecolote entered broader Spanish usage, extending to other owl species and even serving as a basis for place names and personal names in regions influenced by Mesoamerican cultures.^[1] In Mesoamerican traditions, particularly among the Aztecs (Nahuas), the tecolote held profound cultural and symbolic importance as an omen of death and a messenger linked to the underworld.^[3] It was associated with deities such as Mictlantecuhtli (lord of the dead) and Tezcatlipoca (god of destiny), often embodying lethal portents in an animistic worldview where animal calls were interpreted as intelligible dialogues about disease, pollution, and warfare.^[3] The owl also symbolized sorcery, appearing in compounds like tlācatecolōtl ("person-owl" or "devil"), referring to shape-shifting nahuales or monstrous figures.^[1] This duality—as both a natural predator of small mammals and insects and a supernatural harbinger—persists in modern Mexican folklore and environmental contexts, where species like the Near Threatened Tamaulipas pygmy owl (Glaucidium sanchezi) highlight conservation efforts in tropical forests.^[4]

Meaning and Etymology

Definition and Origin

Tecolote is a Spanish-language term derived from Nahuatl, denoting "owl" and primarily used in Mexico, Central America, and the southwestern United States to refer to owls in the family Strigidae.^[1]^[3] The etymology traces to the Classical Nahuatl word tecolotl, an onomatopoeic formation that imitates the owl's distinctive hooting call—"tecolo, tecolo, o, o"—as documented in Bernardino de Sahagún's Florentine Codex (completed around 1577).^[1] This term was incorporated into colonial Spanish during the 16th-century European conquest and settlement of Mesoamerica, reflecting the linguistic fusion between indigenous Nahuatl speakers and Spanish colonizers in regions like central Mexico.^[3] Among the earliest recorded instances of tecolotl appear in 16th-century colonial ethnographies, notably Bernardino de Sahagún's Florentine Codex (completed around 1577), which documents Aztec descriptions of the owl's appearance and vocalizations while exploring its cultural role in indigenous society.^[1]

Regional Variations and Synonyms

The term "tecolote," derived from the Nahuatl word tecolotl, exhibits distinct regional variations in its usage across Spanish-speaking areas, primarily as a designation for certain owl species. It is most prevalent in Mexico and Central American nations including El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, where it commonly refers to owls such as those in the genus Megascops (screech owls), often interchangeably with "búho" in colloquial speech.^[5]^[6] In these regions, "tecolote" captures a blend of indigenous and colonial linguistic influences, emphasizing its role in everyday nomenclature for nocturnal raptors. In South America, however, "tecolote" is far less common, with "búho" serving as the general term for larger owls and "lechuza" for barn owls or similar species, frequently augmented by local indigenous names such as "ñacurutú" in Argentina or "tucúquere" in Chile.^[7] This shift reflects broader dialectal patterns where European Spanish roots dominate over Nahuatl-derived vocabulary. Spanish synonyms for "tecolote" vary by context and subregion, including "mochuelo" for small European-like owls, "autillo" for scops owls, "cárabo" for tawny owls, and occasionally "chucho" as an imitative term in isolated Andean or Central American dialects.^[7]^[8] In U.S. contexts, English equivalents align "tecolote" with species like the eastern screech owl (Megascops asio) or elf owl (Micrathene whitneyi), particularly in ornithological descriptions of North American avifauna. Dialectal persistence of "tecolote" is notable in the southwestern United States, especially among Mexican-American communities in New Mexico and California, where it maintains Nahuatl roots amid ongoing Spanish-English bilingualism. Linguistic surveys from the 20th century, such as those mapping New Mexican Spanish, reveal "tecolote" as the predominant or sole term for "owl" across extensive rural and urban areas, underscoring its cultural retention despite broader anglicization.^[9] For instance, the 2008 Linguistic Atlas of New Mexico and Southern Colorado documents its uniform usage in informant responses, highlighting dialectal stability from 19th-century colonial patterns into modern times.^[10]

Biological Aspects

Taxonomy and Physical Characteristics

Tecolote refers to certain small owls in the order Strigiformes, which encompasses over 250 species of nocturnal birds of prey worldwide, with approximately 230 species belonging to the family Strigidae, known as true owls.^[11] This family is distinguished from the barn owls (Tytonidae) and is subdivided into several subfamilies, including Striginae, which comprises larger owls such as eagle-owls and wood owls, and Surniinae, which includes smaller, more agile species often associated with the term tecolote. Key genera within Surniinae relevant to tecolote include Megascops, encompassing screech owls, and Glaucidium, comprising pygmy owls, both adapted to diverse New World environments. Physically, Strigidae owls exhibit adaptations suited to nocturnal predation, including large, forward-facing eyes that provide enhanced binocular vision for depth perception during hunts.^[12] Many species feature prominent feather tufts on the head, resembling ears but serving primarily for camouflage and signaling rather than auditory function.^[13] Their flight is notably silent, achieved through specialized fringed or serrated edges on the primary wing feathers that reduce turbulence and noise, allowing stealthy approaches to prey.^[14] For tecolote-associated species, body sizes typically range from 15 to 40 cm in length, with mottled gray, brown, or rufous plumage providing effective camouflage in arid scrub, forests, or woodlands.^[15] The evolutionary history of Strigiformes traces back to the early Paleogene, but Strigidae fossils indicate diversification in the New World by the Miocene epoch, approximately 23 to 5 million years ago, with early records from North American deposits reflecting adaptations to emerging habitats.^[12] These traits, such as silent flight and acute vision, have contributed to the owl's symbolic role in Mesoamerican folklore as a harbinger or guardian, though such interpretations extend beyond biological function.^[16]

Species Commonly Called Tecolote

Several owl species within the Strigidae family are commonly referred to as "tecolote" in Mexico and parts of the southwestern United States, a term derived from Nahuatl that broadly denotes small to medium-sized owls, particularly those in the genera Megascops and Glaucidium. These species are adapted to diverse environments ranging from arid deserts to montane forests, where they exhibit nocturnal behaviors such as perching hunts and cavity nesting. Key examples include the Western screech owl (Megascops kennicottii), whiskered screech owl (Megascops trichopsis), ferruginous pygmy owl (Glaucidium brasilianum), Mexican spotted owl (Strix occidentalis lucida), and burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia), each known locally by names like tecolote occidental, tecolote rítmico, tecolote bajeño, tecolote moteado mexicano, and tecolote llanero, respectively.^[17] The Western screech owl, or tecolote occidental, is widespread in low-elevation woodlands, riparian areas, and deserts from central Mexico northward through the U.S. Southwest to southern British Columbia. This small owl, measuring 17–24 cm in length, prefers habitats with mature trees for roosting and nesting in natural cavities or abandoned woodpecker holes. Its diet consists primarily of insects like beetles and moths, supplemented by small mammals (e.g., rodents), birds, and occasionally crayfish or amphibians, which it captures by swooping from perches at dusk or night. While mostly resident, northern populations engage in partial migration or altitudinal shifts during winter to avoid harsh conditions.^[18]^[19]^[20] In contrast, the whiskered screech owl, known as tecolote rítmico, inhabits oak woodlands, pine-oak forests, and canyons in the Mexican highlands, extending marginally into southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico at elevations of 1,200–2,800 m. This 15–20 cm owl, distinguished by whisker-like facial feathers, forages mainly on large insects such as grasshoppers, beetles, and caterpillars, along with small reptiles, mammals, and birds, often gleaning prey from foliage during nocturnal hunts. It nests in tree cavities and is largely non-migratory, though individuals may move locally in response to food availability.^[21]^[22] The ferruginous pygmy owl, or tecolote bajeño, thrives in arid and semi-arid zones including Sonoran Desert scrub, mesquite thickets, and riparian woodlands across northern and central Mexico, southern Texas, and southern Arizona. This diminutive 14–18 cm predator favors habitats with saguaro cacti or thorny trees for nesting in woodpecker-excavated cavities. Its opportunistic diet emphasizes birds (up to twice its size), insects (e.g., crickets, moths), lizards, and small mammals, hunted aggressively by day or dusk from low perches. It is sedentary but may wander short distances in arid regions during dry periods.^[23]^[24] The Mexican spotted owl, referred to as tecolote moteado mexicano, occupies mature mixed-conifer and pine-oak forests, as well as steep rocky canyons, at elevations above 1,500 m from central Mexico to the U.S. Southwest, including Utah and Colorado. This larger 40–50 cm owl relies on old-growth stands for nesting in natural tree cavities, snags, or cliff ledges. Its diet is mammal-heavy, featuring woodrats, mice, rabbits, and squirrels (94% of biomass), with birds, bats, and insects as secondary prey, captured via short flights from roosts. It is non-migratory but exhibits some altitudinal movement in northern ranges during winter.^[25]^[26] The burrowing owl, known as tecolote llanero, is a small, long-legged owl found in open grasslands, prairies, and deserts from southern Canada to southern South America, including much of Mexico and the U.S. Southwest. Measuring 19–25 cm in length, it often nests and roosts in abandoned mammal burrows or artificial ones, unlike most owls that use tree cavities. Its diet includes insects (e.g., beetles, grasshoppers), small mammals, birds, and reptiles, captured both on the ground and in flight, with crepuscular and diurnal activity in addition to nocturnal. It is migratory in northern populations, with southern ones resident.^[27]^[28] Conservation challenges affect these tecolote species, with habitat loss from logging, agriculture, urban development, and invasive grasses (e.g., buffelgrass) posing primary threats across Mexico and the U.S. Southwest, alongside pesticides, wildfires, and climate change altering arid ecosystems. The Mexican spotted owl is listed as threatened under the U.S. Endangered Species Act since 1993 and threatened (Amenazada) under Mexico's NOM-059-SEMARNAT-2010, with a population estimated at approximately 2,000 breeding pairs in the U.S. and fewer in Mexico as of the early 2020s. The cactus ferruginous pygmy owl subspecies (G. b. cactorum) was relisted as threatened in the U.S. in 2023 due to ongoing declines from habitat fragmentation. Western and whiskered screech owls face localized threats but are generally of least concern globally; however, several Mexican owls, including these, are categorized under NOM-059-SEMARNAT-2010 as threatened or subject to special protection, emphasizing the need for protected areas and fire management. The burrowing owl is listed as threatened in Mexico under NOM-059-SEMARNAT-2010 and of least concern globally, but faces declines in some regions due to habitat conversion and predation.^[25]^[29]

Cultural Significance

Folklore and Superstitions in Mesoamerica

In Mesoamerican folklore, particularly among the Aztecs (Nahua), the tecolote, or owl (tecolotl in Nahuatl), held profound symbolic associations with underworld deities such as Tezcatlipoca, the "Smoking Mirror" god of destiny, sorcery, and hidden knowledge, and Mictlantecuhtli, the lord of the dead.^[30]^[31] These birds were viewed not as inherently malevolent but as messengers bridging the human world and the spirit realm, often embodying the nocturnal mysteries of death and transformation.^[3] In Aztec cosmology, the owl's eerie calls were interpreted as communications from these deities, signaling impending doom or revelations from the underworld, a belief rooted in the bird's silent flight and piercing gaze that evoked themes of invisibility and omniscience.^[3] Among the Maya, especially in highland communities, owls—known as tukur—served similar roles as intermediaries from the underworld, as depicted in the Popol Vuh where they summon figures to the realm of the dead.^[32] Their appearance or cries were seen as warnings of mortality, linking them to ancestral spirits and cosmic cycles of night and darkness, rather than pure evil.^[32] Superstitions surrounding tecolotes emphasized their role as omens, with the proverb "Cuando el tecolote canta, el indio muere" ("When the owl sings, the Indian dies") encapsulating the widespread belief that an owl's hoot foretold death or misfortune for the hearer or a loved one.^[33] This notion extended to nahualismo, a shamanistic practice where individuals, or nahuales, could transform into owls to perform sorcery, cast spells, or even abduct souls, as exemplified by the tlacatecolotl, an "owl-man" figure terrorizing communities at night.^[34]^[35] These beliefs are documented in 16th-century sources, including Bernardino de Sahagún's Florentine Codex, where owls appear in Book 5 as omens of death and misfortune within Nahua divinatory practices, and in Book 11 as natural phenomena tied to broader cosmological views.^[36] Nahuatl-language records from the period describe interspecies dialogues with owls, reinforcing their status as divine emissaries in animistic traditions.^[3] Such superstitions persist in rural Mexican and Central American indigenous communities into the 21st century, where owl sightings or calls continue to evoke fears of illness, loss, or spiritual intrusion, often intertwined with nahual lore.^[33]^[32]

Representation in Modern Media and Art

In 20th-century Chicano literature, the tecolote serves as a potent symbol of spiritual guidance, wisdom, and the supernatural, often bridging indigenous folklore with personal transformation. In Rudolfo Anaya's seminal novel Bless Me, Ultima (1972), the owl accompanies the curandera Ultima and embodies her mystical power and connection to the natural world, acting as her protective spirit and a harbinger of both healing and death.^[37]^[38] This representation draws briefly from Mesoamerican superstitions associating owls with omens, but Anaya reinterprets it to explore themes of cultural identity and rural New Mexican life in a U.S. context.^[39] Mexican folk music frequently features the tecolote in corridos and traditional ballads, portraying it as a nocturnal messenger evoking mystery and rural solitude. The song "El Tecolote," a longstanding folk tune, has been adapted into various forms, including corridos that narrate tales of love, loss, and everyday struggles in northern Mexico.^[40] Notable renditions include those by groups like Imperio Norteño in their album Puros Corridos Explosivos (2000s), where the owl's hoot underscores dramatic storytelling in the corrido tradition.^[41] In film, the tecolote appears in Mexican-American cinema as an omen of mortality; for instance, in Gregory Nava's Mi Familia (1995), an owl signals impending death, reinforcing its cultural role in narratives of family and migration.^[42] In visual arts, the tecolote has become an enduring commercial icon in Mexico, symbolizing wisdom and heritage since the early 20th century. The logo of the Sanborns restaurant chain, established in 1903 by brothers Frank and Walter Sanborn, features three owls—designed by artist Palcologue and registered in 1917—representing Frank Sanborn and his two sons, symbolizing the company's legacy of blending dining with retail.^[43] This motif persists in contemporary Mexican folk art, such as Huichol beadwork (chaquira) pieces depicting owls amid vibrant indigenous patterns, which highlight environmental harmony and cultural pride in modern artisan traditions.^[44]

Geographical Names

Places in the United States

Tecolote, New Mexico, is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in San Miguel County, situated along historic Route 66 and the Santa Fe Trail near Interstate 25.^[45] The settlement was established in the mid-19th century by Mexican settlers drawn to the area's fertile lands along Tecolote Creek, which provided water for agriculture and ranching.^[46] A key landmark is the Nuestra Señora de Dolores Church, an adobe structure constructed around 1838 that remains in use and exemplifies early Hispanic architecture in the region.^[45] The community's small population, estimated at 161 residents as of 2020, underscores its rural character amid the Pecos River Valley's expansive landscapes.^[47] In California, Tecolote Canyon Natural Park in San Diego spans approximately 903 acres and serves as an urban oasis preserving riparian habitat and native biodiversity.^[48] Named for the Spanish term meaning "owl," reflecting the presence of local raptors noted on 19th-century maps, the canyon features 6.5 miles of multi-use trails suitable for hiking, biking, and jogging.^[48] Acquired by the City of San Diego and dedicated in 1978, it includes the Tecolote Nature Center for environmental education and borders the Tecolote Canyon Golf Course, blending recreation with conservation efforts.^[49] The area holds significant Kumeyaay indigenous history, with evidence of ancient habitation and resource use along its waterways, now protected as a vital ecological corridor through urban development.^[50] Other notable U.S. locations include the Tecolote neighborhood in Goleta, Santa Barbara County, which originated from 19th-century ranchlands like the Tecolote Ranch and has evolved into a residential community nestled in the canyon's western reaches.^[51] Similarly, Tecolote Creek in San Diego functions as an ecological corridor, channeling seasonal flows through the canyon to support wildlife connectivity and habitat restoration in a densely populated coastal zone.^[52]

Places in Mexico and Latin America

El Tecolote in Baja California Sur is an isolated beach community located approximately 25 kilometers north of La Paz, at the tip of the bay along the scenic coastal road next to Balandra Beach.^[53] This site features a long coastline with crystal-clear waters ideal for snorkeling and offers panoramic views of Espíritu Santo Island to the north, attracting families and young visitors for weekend activities.^[53] It includes three seafood restaurants and palapas for shade, with rentals for water sports and boat tours to nearby islands, supporting eco-tourism focused on marine ecosystems such as calm bays suitable for observing local wildlife.^[53] The area has developed as a key eco-tourism destination since the early 2000s, sustaining a small resident population through seasonal visitation and sustainable practices that highlight its natural beauty and biodiversity.^[54] In central Mexico, El Tecolote is a rural locality in the municipality of Purísima del Rincón, Guanajuato, situated at 1,740 meters elevation about 17 kilometers from the municipal seat.^[55] Home to 1,549 inhabitants as of 2020, with nearly half employed in local activities, the village reflects agricultural roots tied to the region's fertile plains and traditional farming practices.^[55] The name derives from Nahuatl for "owl," indicating historical ties to the area's avian fauna.^[55] Similar naming conventions appear in other Mexican states, such as small hamlets and natural features in Sonora—including Cerro El Tecolote in Álamos and the Tecolote Volcano in the Pinacate Volcanic Field—often denoting habitats supporting local owl populations amid arid landscapes.^[56]^[57] In Michoacán, El Tecolote near Tingüindín has 222 residents and features like Cerro El Tecolote, a prominent hill in an elevation-gaining terrain that underscores the ecological role of owls in rural, forested environments.^[58]^[59] These sites highlight colonial and modern development patterns, where settlements evolved around agriculture and natural landmarks named for indigenous observations of wildlife. Extending into broader Latin America, the name Tecolote appears in scattered small settlements and natural features, particularly near indigenous regions in Guatemala and Honduras. In Guatemala's Petén department, Tecolote is a Late Classic Maya archaeological site (circa AD 600–900) in the Sierra del Lacandón National Park, located about 2.2 kilometers east of the Usumacinta River and serving as a fortified border outpost for the Yaxchilán polity.^[60] The site includes a core area with vaulted buildings, a palace complex, and rare intact murals with hieroglyphs, reflecting defensive architecture amid dense rainforest ecology and strategic riverine positioning.^[60] These extensions often support modest economies through cultural heritage preservation and eco-focused visitation, emphasizing the term's persistence in denoting owl-associated topographies near Maya and Lenca ancestral lands.

Other Uses

Media and Publications

El Tecolote is a bilingual (English/Spanish) biweekly newspaper serving San Francisco's Latinx community, particularly in the Mission District, where it covers local news, arts, culture, and activism.^[61] Founded in 1970 by Professor Juan Gonzalez as a project for a La Raza Studies class at San Francisco State University, it celebrated its 55th anniversary in August 2025.^[62] It is published by the nonprofit organization Acción Latina and is recognized as California's longest-running bilingual newspaper.^[63] With a print circulation of 7,000 copies distributed across over 350 locations in the Bay Area, including the Mission, Excelsior, Fruitvale, and Marin County, the publication relies primarily on volunteers for writing, translation, photography, and production.^[63] It has earned accolades, such as being voted the best community newspaper by SF Weekly in 2014, and is noted for its in-depth community reporting on issues like gentrification and its impacts on Latinx residents.^[64] In addition to its print edition, El Tecolote maintains a robust digital presence, including a daily-updated website, weekly newsletters, social media, and the podcast Radio Teco News, launched in 2021 as the newspaper's biweekly audio extension.^[63]^[65] The podcast focuses on Latino community issues, politics, culture, and current events, featuring interviews and discussions that amplify voices from the Bay Area and beyond, such as episodes on the political crisis in Peru and transgender experiences.^[66]^[67] Another notable publication bearing the name is El Tecolote, the quarterly newsletter of the Santa Barbara Audubon Society, dedicated to birdwatching, conservation, and ornithological topics in the region.^[68] Established around 1963, it has been produced for over 60 years, with full-color issues and supplements covering local bird sightings, habitat protection efforts, and educational resources for members and the public.^[69] The newsletter's archives are available online, providing a historical record of avian ecology and society activities in Santa Barbara.^[70]

Organizations and Sports Teams

Tecolote Research, Inc., founded in 1973 in Santa Barbara, California, is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm specializing in analytics, program management, and digital solutions primarily for the U.S. Department of Defense and other government agencies.^[71] By 2025, the company employs over 800 professionals across more than 25 locations nationwide, focusing on cost analysis, statistical modeling, and decision support services.^[71] The Tecolote Group is a network supporting New Mexico educators through annual colloquia and professional development initiatives centered on active learning and curriculum integration.^[72] Established in the early 2000s, it honors teaching professionals at all levels by fostering inspiration, renewal, and practical strategies for engaging students across disciplines.^[73] In sports, the name "Tecolote" is prominently associated with professional baseball in Mexico, particularly the Tecolotes de los Dos Laredos, a binational team in the Mexican League (Liga Mexicana de Béisbol) that plays home games across the U.S.-Mexico border in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, and Laredo, Texas.^[74] Founded in 1940 and officially named the Tecolotes (Owls) in 1944, the team draws on regional symbolism of the owl for wisdom and vigilance, featuring a stylized owl in its logo to evoke local pride.^[75] Known for its competitive success, the franchise has secured multiple league championships, including titles in the 1950s and a strong playoff presence in the late 1990s and early 2000s, with five overall wins making it one of the league's most decorated teams.^[76]

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Apr 23, 2021 · This article examines the relationship between ritual specialists, nanahualtin or nahualistas (pl.) and nahualli or nahual (sing.), and healing practices.Missing: nahualism | Show results with:nahualism
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Los Nahuales - animal companion spirits - Mexicolore
A modern Mexican story that introduces the ancient Mesoamerican concept nahualli or nagual - this has myriad translations.
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Digital Florentine Codex
The Digital Florentine Codex gives access to a singular manuscript created by Franciscan friar Bernardino de Sahagún and a group of Nahua elders, authors, and ...Missing: owl tecolote
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Rudolfo Anaya, the Godfather of Chicano Literature
Jan 1, 2017 · The owl was the protective spirit of Ultima, the spirit of the night and the moon, the spirit of the llano! wrote Anaya, establishing the sense ...Missing: symbolism | Show results with:symbolism
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What does the owl symbolize in Bless Me Ultima?
In Anaya's Bless Me, Ultima, the owl symbolizes Ultima's special understanding of and connection with nature. The owl itself arrives with Ultima at the house of ...
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Bless Me, Ultima: Symbols - SparkNotes
Ultima's owl represents her life force and the power of her religious mysticism. The owl sings softly outside Antonio's window at night.
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Classical Guitar IV - El Tecolote - Futurized podcast
El Tecolote (the owl) is a Mexican folk song. Arranged for classical guitar by François Castet and performed by Trond Undheim.Missing: corridos | Show results with:corridos
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El Tecolote - Imperio Norteño | Puros Corridos Explosivos - YouTube
Sep 4, 2021 · "El tecolote" es un corrido interpretado por el grupo "Imperio Norteño" en su disco "Puros Corridos Explosivos" producido por ©️ Cintas ...
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Film- Mi Familia - Core 310- Mexico - WordPress.com
Apr 13, 2010 · A symbol I saw in the movie was the owl. The owl for Hispanic culture means death. According to Aztec and Mayan traditions The owl typical ...
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Los 'tecolotitos' de Sanborns: ¿Por qué hay tres búhos en el logo de ...
Aug 22, 2025 · El logo de los restaurantes Sanborns se registró como lo conocemos hoy en día en 1917 y fue dibujado por un artista rumano, ¿cómo era antes?
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Huichol Art in Chaquira: Owl, Quetzal and Wolf Figures, Mexican Pride
Mar 13, 2025 · Discover a unique collection of Huichol figures in chaquira, such as owls, quetzals and wolves. Each handcrafted piece is made with intricate and colorful ...
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Tecolote, New Mexico - Legends of America
Tecolote's population is about 298 people today. Route 66 and the Santa Fe Trail continue along I-25 to the southwest for six miles before reaching another ...
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Tecolote, Route 66 New Mexico
Jul 13, 2025 · History. This part of New Mexico has been inhabited for over 10,000 years, the Pecos River was a main route linking the Sangre de Cristo ...
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Tecolote Canyon Natural Park and Nature Center - City of San Diego
The Canyon has approximately 6.5 miles of trails that can be used for jogging, walking and mountain biking. Also available to visitors is the Tecolote Nature ...
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Tecolote Canyon Natural Park | San Diego Reader
Mar 27, 2013 · 5-mile wide, with a 2-mile tributary totaling just over 900 acres. Elevations range from sea level at the canyon mouth to 320 feet at the head ...
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About | friendsoftecolote - Friends of Tecolote Canyon
Centuries ago, the Kumeyaay people found food and shelter in Tecolote Canyon, a place that today is rich with history. It has been designated as a cartographic ...
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Canyon Living - Embarcadero Municipal Improvement District (EMID)
Nestled in the Tecolote Canyon in the western portion of Goleta Ranch Embarcadero is a unique community of approximately 155 homes on acre sized lots.
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[PDF] TECOLOTE CANYON NATURAL PARK - City of San Diego
San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E) owns approximately 24 acres of the Park. Remaining acreage exists in the form of paper streets and right-of-ways within the ...
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El Tecolote - La Paz
This beach is located next to Balandra and is characterized by having a beautiful view of Espiritu Santo Island. It has seafood restaurants and palapas.
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Playa El Tecolote (Tecolote Beach) (2025) - All You Need to Know ...
Rating 4.3 (801) We had a wonderful experience at Playa Tecolote. The water was crystal blue and calm. The teens and young children enjoyed playing in the shallow water. You can ...
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El Tecolote (Guanajuato) Purísima del Rincón - PueblosAmerica.com
La localidad de El Tecolote (Guanajuato) pertenece al Municipio de Purísima del Rincón. Hay 1,549 habitantes y está a 1,740 metros de altura.
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Si eres un amante de la naturaleza tienes que visitar el Cerro El ...
Jan 31, 2025 · Si eres un amante de la naturaleza tienes que visitar el Cerro El Tecolote del Parque La Colorada en #Alamos, #Sonora ... ElMineral.com.mx.
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Photogrammetric model of the Tecolote Volcano, Sonora, Mexico
Topographic model of the Tecolote Volcano edifice and portions of adjacent lava flows (Pinacate Volcanic Field, Sonora, Mexico) was produced from 2,024 sUAS ...
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El Tecolote (Michoacán) Tingüindín - PueblosAmerica.com
La localidad de El Tecolote (Michoacán) pertenece al Municipio de Tingüindín. Hay 222 habitantes y está a 1,798 metros de altura. El Pueblo Mágico de Cotija de ...
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Cerro el Tecolote, Michoacán, Mexico - 5 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
Rating 4.8 (5) Cerro el Tecolote is considered a hard hike that covers 3.9 mi, with an elevation gain of 3,264 ft. It takes about 5–5.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually ...
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Salvage, Conservation, and Consolidation at the Classic Maya Site ...
Tecolote is believed to have been inhabited primarily during the late seventh–early ninth centuries AD. The major area of settlement is located approximately ...
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La Roca del Tecolote #Valladolid #Lempira #LaRocadelTecolote ...
Mar 10, 2024 · La Roca del Tecolote #Valladolid #Lempira #LaRocadelTecolote #Honduras #Misterios.
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El Tecolote Newspaper - Accion Latina
El Tecolote is the longest-running Spanish/English bilingual newspaper in California. In 2014, the paper was voted best community newspaper by the SF Weekly.Missing: circulation | Show results with:circulation
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About - El Tecolote
With a circulation of 7,000, El Tecolote is the longest running bilingual (English/Spanish) newspaper in California. Who We Are. Our team is a mix of ...
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El Tecolote's Radio Teco brings legendary neighborhood paper to ...
Mar 8, 2021 · The first episode of Radio Teco, the debut podcast from legendary bilingual newspaper El Tecolote, needed to be something for the history books.
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Radio Teco News | Podcast on Spotify
... El Tecolote, has arrived! Radio Teco News is our new biweekly podcast focusing on all matters that affect our Latino community and beyond. 5 (8). Culture
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Podcasts Archives - El Tecolote
PODCAST: The Political Crisis in Peru. by El Tecolote Staff April 17, 2023 May ... PODCAST: A Trans person's journey. by El Tecolote Staff June 21, 2022 ...
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El Tecolote - Santa Barbara Audubon Society
News and Resources. Current Projects and Goals · El Tecolote Magazine · News & Media Coverage · Bird of the Month · Learning Resources · Additional Resources ...
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El Tecolote: Fall 2023 - Santa Barbara Audubon Society
Sep 5, 2023 · Santa Barbara Audubon Society's FALL 2023 issue of El Tecolote now available. In this issue: Celebrating 60 Years!
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El Tecolote Archive Master Index - Santa Barbara Audubon Society
The entire archive of the El Tecolote newsletters on this website for our reader's pleasure and to preserve our history.
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About Us - Tecolote Research, Inc
Tecolote, founded in 1973, is a 100% employee-owned company with 800+ employees and 25+ locations, providing consulting, analytics, and digital solutions to ...
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The Tecolote Group for New Mexico Educators | St. John's College
Tecolote honors the work of New Mexico educators at all levels and supports them in the cultivation of active learning across the curriculum.
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The Tecolote Group | Tecolote Colloquia - Share NM
Tecolote honors the work of New Mexico educators at all levels and supports them in the cultivation of active learning across the curriculum. Through our ...
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Tecolotes de los Dos Laredos - Texas State Historical Association
Jul 6, 2016 · For nine years Los Tecolotes de los Dos Laredos were the pinnacle of the Mexican League and made the playoffs in each of those years and won the ...Missing: mascot | Show results with:mascot
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Meet Los Tecos, the only pro team hosting games in U.S., Mexico
Jun 18, 2023 · The team joined Jorge Pasquel's fledgling professional league in 1940 and four years later were christened the Tecolotes, or Owls, because it ...Missing: mascot championships<|separator|>
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'There is history here': For Laredo's baseball team, the US/Mexico ...
Jul 29, 2025 · With five titles under their belt, los Tecos are one of the LMB's winningest teams, roughly analogous to the MLB's Detroit Tigers in terms of ...