birds of prey

Offers facts about falcons, including where they live, how they hunt, and how they survive in the wild.

Offers facts about hawks, including where they live, how they hunt, and how they survive in the wild.

Offers facts about owls, including where they live, how they hunt, and how they survive in the wild.

Offers facts about eagles, including where they live, how they hunt, and how they survive in the wild.

Offers facts about kites, including where they live, how they hunt, and how they survive in the wild.

Offers facts about ospreys, including where they live, how they hunt, and how they survive in the wild.

Offers facts about harriers, including where they live, how they hunt, and how they survive in the wild.

Offers facts about vultures, including where they live, how they hunt, and how they survive in the wild.

In this volume, you'll get up-close and personal with some of the world's most skilled hunters, from the majestic eagle to the oft-maligned scavenger vulture! Armed with razor-sharp claws, keen eyesight, powerful wings, and killer instincts, these stealthy predators can make a meal of rodents, fish, snakes, lizards, monkeys, and even kangaroos! Discover how these amazing birds who are often at the top of the food chain, play an integral role in many different ecosystems around the world.

Describes threats to the survival of birds of prey such as condors, falcons, and owls, and examines conservation efforts up close, profiling projects and workers.