Annotation. An essential illustrated resource on the hawks & owls of Eastern North America.

Birds of prey can be particularly difficult to track for a variety of reasons: - Nocturnal behavior - Remote habitats - Migratory patterns - Swift flight speeds Hawks and Owls depicts both the subtle differences and rich diversity among these awe-inspiring birds. With crisp, clean photographs and precise identification notes, this guide makes quick and accurate classifications easier. The families of birds includes: New world vultures Osprey, kites, eagles, hawks and allies Caracara and falcons Barn and bay owls Typical owls The information on each species is concisely organized and includes the differences between male and female, seasonal and immature plumage, morphs and distinctive markings. Color pictures and range maps accompany the text. The 180 photographs from award-winning photographers show these birds in their natural environments through the seasons. Comparison pages group similar-looking birds on a single page for quick reference. Hawks and Owls is a sturdy, pocket-sized field guide that will be indispensable to naturalists, students and birders at all levels of experience, from Florida to Ontario.

A fascinating introduction to the biology, life cycle, and behavior of owls Illustrated with gorgeous watercolor paintings and full-color photography Features an identification guide to all North American species Owls have always occupied a special place in the popular imagination, regarded throughout history as both harbingers of doom and symbols of wisdom. In this newest title in Stackpole's Wild Guide series, author Cynthia Berger explores the lives of these mysterious creatures, including their fearsome hunting abilities, their surprisingly tender courtship rituals, and, of course, their haunting vocalizations. Also included is an identification guide covering the full range of North American species-from the tiny Elf Owl to the imposing Great Gray Owl-as well as tips for observing owls in the wild. There are even instructions for building your own nest box to attract these remarkable birds to your backyard.

Forest wildlife conservation is critically required in many parts of the world today. This book presents a merger between the elements of wildlife conservation and habitat conservation, and explains how these disciplines can be used to promote the conservation of vertebrates in forests around the world.

Until now ornithologists and bird watchers with a particular interest in hawks of North America have had to do without a useful field guide. This book satisfies that need. The most important hawk watching sites in Canada, the United States, and Mexico are now included in one volume. In addition to flight illustrations of all species, pictures of perched and nested hawks are included. The annual migrations of hawks in spring and autumn are among the most spectacular animal migrations found anywhere in the world. Many of the most important hawk lookouts are located in North America and are used regularly by thousands of bird watchers and other people interested in wildlife. Of interest to both amateur and professional bird watchers, this book provides an inexpensive, authoritative field guide to hawk watching. It includes: 1. Details of flight identification of the species seen at the lookouts, including many details not included in the various field guides to birds now available. 2. Flight illustrations of all species. 3. Explanations of the seasonal aspect of hawk migrations and the mechanics of how migrations work. 4. A discussion of essential equipment. 5. Descriptions and directions for visiting the important hawk lookouts in North America. 6. Suggestions for further reading, and a complete index. The book is handsomely designed for easy "pocket-carrying" in the field.