Research Catalog

Title

Owls of the United States and Canada : a complete guide to their biology and behavior / text and photographs by Wayne Lynch.

Author

Lynch, Wayne.

Publication

Baltimore : Johns Hopkins University Press, 2007.

Supplementary Content

• Contributor biographical information
• Publisher description

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Holdings

Details

Description

xx, 242 pages : color illustrations, color maps; 29 cm

Summary

"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."--BOOK JACKET.

Subjects

• Owls > Canada
• Owls > Behavior > United States
• Owls > United States
• Owls > Behavior > Canada

Bibliography (note)

• Includes bibliographical references (p. [227]-237) and index.

Contents

Ch. 1. Anatomy of an Owl -- Ch. 2. Son Et Lumiere -- Ch. 3. Haunts and Hideaways -- Ch. 4. The Owlish Appetite -- Ch. 5. Family Life -- Ch. 6. The Next Generation -- Ch. 7. Predators, Pirates, and Pests -- Ch. 8. Owls and Humans.

ISBN

• 9780801886874 (hardcover : alk. paper)
• 0801886872 (hardcover : alk. paper)

LCCN

2007014624

OCLC

• ocn123029583
• 123029583
• SCSB-5383301

Owning Institutions

Columbia University Libraries