Owls of the World: A Photographic Guide

Product Description

The superlative identification guide to 268 species of owl, now in paperback.
Praise for the first edition:
“A native of Finland, the author is the world’s best-known owl expert, having visited the birds in 128 countries over the past 40 years. Here he describes all of the world’s 249 species of owls in copious detail with tips on identification, habitat, calls, and status and distribution. The text is enhanced by 750 color photographs from leading wildlife photographers. A spectacular book.” –Library Journal, Best Reference 2012
“Owl enthusiasts will recognize Owls of the World as an important new reference work written by a world authority. Highly recommended.” –Wildlife Afield Journal, Biodiversity Centre for Wildlife Studies
“[An] important book. Recommended for most libraries — good value and quality for the price.” –Booklist
Owls of the World, second edition, is the ultimate photographic resource dedicated to the identification of these charismatic birds of prey. It is packed with spectacular photography of 268 species of owls from all over the world, including extinct species. Many of the images are of highly elusive species very rarely caught on camera. The photos are accompanied by authoritative 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 which clearly shows markings that assist in identification.
For birders, naturalists, wildlife photographers, researchers and any fan of the Order Strigiformes, Owls of the World is the definitive work on species identification as well as a comprehensive encyclopedia for reference and pleasure.

Review

[Review of previous edition] Stunning in detail and scope… an excellent resource. (Paul Nicholson
London Free Press 2012-12-01)

[Review of previous edition] The incredible variety of owls is beautifully portrayed in this fascinating collection. (Debbie Caldwell
North Shore News 2012-10-17)

[Review of previous edition] Birders will find the collection of photographs, especially of the rare species, very useful! (Ian Paulsen
The Guardian 2012-08-19)

[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 2013-05-01)

[Review of previous edition] Owl enthusiasts will recognize Owls of the World as an important new reference work written by a world authority. Highly recommended. (Chris Siddle
Wildlife Afield, Biodiversity Centre for Wildlife 2013-06-01)

[Review of previous edition] Expect to be riveted … the pictures and maps make this a book that will be admired over and over. (Harriet Zaidman
Winnipeg Free Press 2012-12-01)

[Review of previous edition] A must-have for serious birders… but it will repay the attention of anyone who wonders what makes owls tick. (
Globe and Mail, Christmas 2012 Gift Book List 2012-12-08)

[Review of previous edition] A native of Finland, the author is the world’s best-known owl expert, having visited the birds in 128 countries over the past 40 years. Here he describes all of the world’s 249 species of owls in copious detail with tips on identification, habitat, calls, and status and distribution. The text is enhanced by 750 color photographs from leading wildlife photographers. A spectacular book. (Brian E. Coutts and Cheryl LaGuardia
Library Journal, Best Ref