Owls of the United States and Canada: A Complete Guide to Their Biology and Behavior
Beautiful, readable, and affordable. So if you plan to give it as a give, I suggest you buy a copy for yourself as well.(Whit GibbonsTuscaloosa News)This is a gorgeous book from celebrated natural history writer and wildlife photographer Wayne Lynch.(Library Journal)This is, in short, far and away the best owl book this reviewer has seen designed especially for general audiences. The writing is clear, concise, scientifically accurate, and totally readable.(Choice)This is a must have book for anyone interested in owls.(Birdingnet.com)This beautifully illustrated book contains a wealth of fascinating information... Will be much appreciated by birders, naturalists, and anyone with an interest in owls.(C. R.Southeastern Naturalist)This work is a labor of love. The author has done an admirable job.(Quarterly Review of Biology)Thoughtfully organized... it is an outstanding reference for this remarkable family of birds.(Wildlife Activist)I have more than a dozen owl books... but probably none is so attractive and accessibly informative as this one.(Paul A. JohnsgardGreat Plains Research)Overall this book is a pleasure to read whether you're a diehard owl enthusiast or a casual admirerer. You'll find yourself wanting to leave this book somewhere conspicuous, so you can show the images off to friends, family, and unwary passersby.(Jim CiriglianoBird Watcher's Digest)A complete and passionate labor of love. It is essential reading for those who are fascinated by owls—and those who aren't yet but are now at risk of becoming so.(Bernd Heinrich, author ofMind of the Raven)Lynch is among a select group of North America's very best natural history writers and photographers. InOwls of the United States and Canadahe showcases both of these talents and reveals a wealth of knowledge about owl biology. Anyone interested in these fascinating birds will treasure this book for years to come.(Brian E. Small,Birding Magazine)