"With their striking appearance and distinctive hoot, hoot, owls are one of the most recognizable birds in the world. But did you know there are more than 200 types of owls living in the world? This new and updated edition, vetted by an expert, includes the latest information on owl sizes and statistics, their varied nesting habits, and the current conservation efforts to save these endangered birds."--

Discusses the physical characteristics of owls that combine to make them such able predators.

Describes the physical characteristics, hunting, feeding, nesting, mating, and moulting of the barn owl, as well as the nine different species.

"Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, diet, life cycle, and conservation status of owls"--Provided by publisher.

Con fotografías hermosamente detalladas, Mary Holland capta los primeros meses de la vida de un búho. Los grandes ojos y las esponjosas plumas se robarán el corazón de los lectores mientras aprenden cómo los padres de los búhos carabo norteamericanos preparan a sus jóvenes críos para el gran mundo fuera del nido. Acompaña a Otis mientras aprende a comer, pelea con su hermana, y se prepara para alzar el vuelo.

An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of owls, nocturnal birds that can live twenty-five to thirty years. Includes an activity which demonstrates how owls see.

Describes the hunting technique, physical characteristics, mating ritual, and nesting and child-rearing practices of the great horned owl.

Simple text and photographs focus on the owl to examine how animals use their eyes to help find food and recognize danger.