Overview
"The superlative identification guide now revised with 19 additional owl species. Praise for the first edition: ""[An] important book. Recommended for most libraries -- good value and quality for the price."" --Booklist ""A spectacular book."" --Library Journal, Best Reference of 2012 ""A valued addition as a reference for bird enthusiasts and libraries."" --Science Books and Film Owls of the World, second edition, is the ultimate photographic resource dedicated to the identification of these charismatic birds of prey. The new edition is packed with spectacular photography of 268 species of owls from all over the world -- 19 more species than the original book. Many of the photos are of highly elusive species that are very rarely caught on camera. The photos are accompanied by detailed text describing: Identification notes Habitat Population status Voice Food Distribution Accurate range maps Similar species. The photographic coverage includes plumages and subspecies which promotes differentiation between species, making this the definitive work on owl identification. Similar-looking (""confusion"") species are included and owls are shown as adults from a perspective that clearly shows markings that assist in identification. For birders, naturalists, photographers, researchers and any fan of these birds, Owls of the World is the definitive work on species identification as well as a comprehensive encyclopedia for reference and reading."
Full Product Details
Author: Heimo Mikkola
Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd
Imprint: Firefly Books Ltd
Edition: 2nd ed.
Dimensions:
Width: 17.10cm
, Height: 3.70cm
, Length: 24.10cm
Weight: 1.597kg
ISBN: 9781770852747
ISBN 10: 1770852743
Pages: 528
Publication Date: 15 November 2013
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
[Review of previous edition] Descriptions include detailed range maps, tips for identification and related species, and a brief overview of the ecology of each species. The highlights of Owls of the World are the stunning photographs used to illustrate each species as well as the introductory section. The book will be a valued addition as a reference for bird enthusiasts and libraries.--John McCarty University of Nebraska Science Books and Film (05/01/2013)
[Review of previous edition] One of the most comprehensive and beautifully photographed guides about owls I have ever seen.... Heimo Mikkola has obviously done extensive research to put together such a complete reference work of birds belonging to the order Strigiformes.... Don't be put off by its size. I believe this book can be of interest to both hardcore owl enthusiasts and to those who just want to look at beautiful pictures. More than enough information is included to satisfy a person's deep curiosity. And it works equally well for the person who wants to randomly dip into its pages, enjoying a more serendipitous journey through the world of snowy, screech, spotted, pygmy and horned owls. So, two hoots up for this excellent book!--Jan Johnston Clark County Columbian (12/30/2012)
Author Information
Heimo Mikkola is the world's best-known owl expert. Originally from Finland, he has traveled to 128 countries in the course of his 40-year research career in search of nocturnal birds.
