Owls of the United States and Canada: A Complete Guide to Their Biology and Behavior
by Lynch, Wayne
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- Hardcover
- Condition
- Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket
- ISBN 10
- 0801886872
- ISBN 13
- 9780801886874
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About This Item
The Johns Hopkins University Press. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2007. Hardcover. 0801886872 . Stiff unmarked book, about new but for gift plate to second blank endpaper; in crisp dust jacket. ; 11.1 X 8.9 X 1.2 inches; 264 pages; 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 these 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. .
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- Bookseller
- B-Line Books (CA)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 60942
- Title
- Owls of the United States and Canada: A Complete Guide to Their Biology and Behavior
- Author
- Lynch, Wayne
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket
- ISBN 10
- 0801886872
- ISBN 13
- 9780801886874
- Publisher
- The Johns Hopkins University Press
- Place of Publication
- Baltimore, Maryland, U.s.a.
- Date Published
- 2007
- Keywords
- 0801886872
- Bookseller catalogs
- BIRDS;
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