Find out surprising things about these night hunters.

An introduction to owls, covering their physical characteristics, habits, prey, and relationship to humans.

Owls are known for their haunting calls; yet when they are hunting, they can swoop down and snatch prey without making a sound. There are about 140 different kinds of owls, and they live on every continent except Antarctica. From the smallest, the elf owl, to the largest, the great gray owl, here is information about the 21 types that are believed to be living in North America. From egg to owlet to fierce bird of prey, this book offers an insightful...

Depicts a barn owl feeding growing, and learning to hunt and fly during the first year of its life.

In this level 1 reader, young readers will explore the feathery world of adorable owls. Follow these curious-looking creatures through their wooded habitats, learn how owls raise their young, hunt, and protect themselves. Beautiful photos and carefully leveled text make this book perfect for reading aloud or for independent reading.

Simple text and incredible close-up photographs bring out the importance of owls. Each book contains important details about the body parts, habitat, and nesting of these patient raptors. Includes surprising information about unique habits and whether members of the species are endangered. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

"Discuss owls, their behavior, and their environment"--Provided by publisher.

This book describes the physical characteristics, behaviors, and habitats of these birds with sharp beaks, sharp claws, and super sharp senses.

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

Provides general information on the behavior of owls and specific information about the physical characteristics and behavior of the twenty-one North American species.