From the Publisher
Extraordinary Portraits of North America's Owls"Many of the species are described in 'up, close and personal' terms as the author draws from years of experience
. The anecdotal writing coupled with the well-chosen photographs makes for an appealing book." --Booklist
Today, 19 species of owls can be found in North America, and this magnificent book is a celebration of their survival. Lawrence's engaging text, complemented with dozens of stunning color images by America's top wildlife photographers, explains how owls hunt, what they feed on, how they see in the dark and much more.
Each chapter focuses on a different species, from the majestic great horned owl to the rare ferruginous pygmy owl to the strange-looking barn owl.
These individual portraits include each bird's vital statistics, along with range maps, information on their typical nesting and breeding patterns and detailed descriptions of their relationships with their family and environment. Lastly, owl-watching tips will inform every bird watcher.
R.D. Lawrence is one of the world's most noted wildlife champions. He began his own adventures with owls when he rescued and healed two injured birds. Lawrence is an internationally recognized authority on wilderness and environmental conservation.
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