Describes the physical traits, behavior, habitat, diet, and life cycle of the spotted owl. Includes color photographs, a map, a glossary, and further resources.
Laws protecting the spotted owls in the old growth forest of northern California cost Borden's father his logging job. Angry, Borden vows to kill any spotted owl he sees, but has a change of heart when he and his father find themselves taking care of a young owlet.
Laws protecting the spotted owls in the old growth forest of northern California cost Borden's father his logging job. Angry, Borden vows to kill any spotted owl he sees, but has a change of heart when he and his father find themselves taking care of a young owlet.
In this book, young readers will learn about the diet, behavior, life cycle, and habitat of spotted owls. Special emphasis is placed on their tree habitat.
Photographs and text describe the delicate balance of nature necessary for the spotted owl to survive, while explaining human dependence on old-growth forests.