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More copies of this ISBNOwls of the United States and Canada: A Complete Guide to Their Biology and Behaviorby Wayne Lynch
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:There is no group of birds more mysterious and fascinating than owls. The loudmouths of the raptor world, they peep, trill, toot, bark, growl, shriek, whistle, chittle, whoop, chuckle, boom, and buzz. Indeed, very few actually hoot. They have become the stuff of lore and legend — from the Roman myth that an owl foot could reveal secrets to the First Nations belief that an owl feather could give a newborn better night vision. But the truth about owls is much more exciting. In this gorgeous book, celebrated natural history writer and wildlife photographer Wayne Lynch reveals the secrets of this elusive species with stunning photographs, personal anecdotes, and accessible science. The photos alone are masterpieces. Unlike most published owl photos, which are portraits of birds in captivity, the vast majority of these were taken in the wild — a product of the author-photographer's incredible knowledge and patience. Lynch complements the photos with a wealth of facts about anatomy, habitat, diet, and family life. For each of the nineteen species that inhabit Canada and the United States, he provides a range map and a brief discussion of its distribution, population size, and status. Lynch debunks myths about owls' supernatural powers of sight and hearing, discusses courtship rituals, and offers personal tips for finding owls in the wild. From the great horned to the tiny elf owl, this amazing volume captures the beauty and mystery of these charismatic birds of prey. Book News Annotation:Owls are fascinating and mysterious, but science writer and
photographer Lynch gets to their essence, describing their features,
characteristics, habitat and behaviors through sound text and superb
full-color photography. We learn of their anatomy from the Paleocene,
their development as weapons of mouse destruction, their deceptive
coloring, their night vision, their haunts from tundra to marshes,
their food preferences, their family life, the rearing of their
young, and their tenuous relationship with humans. This is for
enthusiasts, and for those destined to become enthusiasts.
Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Synopsis:In this gorgeous book, celebrated natural history writer and wildlife photographer Wayne Lynch reveals the secrets of owls with stunning photographs, personal anecdotes, and accessible science. The photos alone are masterpieces--the vast majority were taken in the wild. From the great horned to the tiny elf owl, this amazing volume captures the beauty and mystery of these charismatic birds of prey.Johns Hopkins University Press What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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