From Hedwig, the Snowy Owl of Harry Potter fame, to Winnie-the-Pooh's beloved friend Owl, this wide-eyed bird of the night has found its way into young hearts and imaginations everywhere. Owling invites young readers into the world of real-life owls, to learn about their fascinating behaviors and abilities.
Wildlife photojournalist and nature educator Mark Wilson presents a one-of-a-kind look into the mysterious lives of these distinctive birds. Dramatic images of the 19 owl species of North America nesting, flying, hunting, and catching prey are accompanied by information about the birds' silent flight, remarkable eyes and ears, haunting calls, and fascinating night life. Kids will learn how to spot owls; identify their calls, plumage, and pellets; and even carry on a hooting conversation with a nearby owl.
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In this book for young readers and nature enthusiasts, award-winning wildlife photojournalist and longtime owl expert Mark Wilson brings the secret lives of owls to life with close-up photographs, fascinating facts, and species profiles. Mark Wilson is the author of Owling. He is an award-winning wildlife photojournalist who has written about and photographed birds for more than 35 years. He and his wife run Eyes On Owls, an educational program that brings live owls to schools and groups. He lives in Dunstable, Massachusetts.
Chapter 1: All About Owls
Chapter 2: Introducing the Owls
Owls of North America
Barn Owl
Flammulated Owl
Western Screech-Owl
Eastern Screech-Owl
Whiskered Screech-Owl
Great Horned Owl
Snowy Owl
Northern Hawk Owl
Northern Pygmy-Owl
Ferruginous Pygmy-Owl
Elf Owl
Burrowing Owl
Spotted Owl
Barred Owl
Great Gray Owl
Long-eared Owl
Short-eared Owl
Boreal Owl
Northern Saw-Whet Owl
Chapter 3: How to Find Owls
Chapter 4: Working with Owls
Glossary
Places to See Owls in Captivity
Index
Metric Conversion Chart "Owls are incredible birds and Mark Wilson's book does a wonderful job introducing these fascinating creatures to the next generation." - David Mizejewski, Naturalist and TV Host, National Wildlife Federation
"A delightful and educational introduction to the world of owls and owling that is sure to engage the interest of young readers." - Deane Lewis, founder of owlpages.com
"Mysterious owls are no longer a mystery! Kids - and adults - will love this book." - Gary Clayton, president, Mass Audubon
"Owling is the perfect introduction to the mysterious world of owls for curious kids (and their parents)." - Scott Weidensaul, author and cofounder of Project SNOWstorm
