Birds of prey, otherwise known as raptors, have been respected and admired yet also feared and loathed throughout their existence. They are meat-eating birds and extremely well-equipped for the hunt, with powerful eyesight, ultra-sensitive hearing, and sharp talons. Despite these apparent advantages, many birds of prey species are seriously endangered or threatened. This latest addition to the Firefly Animal Rescue series profiles the dedicated people and projects around the world helping raptors to survive, including: .The Philippine Eagle Foundation that is bringing the Philippine eagle back from the brink of extinction Lindsay Oaks, an American microbiologist, who helped discover what is killing vultures in Asia .Sophie Osborn, who monitors released California condors .The biologists using Peregrine falcons as "foster parents" for the young of the endangered South American aplomado falcon Illustrated with 50 spectacular colour photographs, BIRDS OF PREY RESCUE also addresses the general biological issues and challenges in preserving a future for endangered wildlife. AUTHOR: Pamela Hickman is the author of 30 books about nature and wildlife, including Turtle Rescue. A biologist, she worked for many years as the education co-ordinator for the Federation of Ontario Naturalists. SELLING POINTS: The Firefly Animal Rescue identifies endangered and threatened species and what is being done to protect them. Combining lively, accessible text and stunning colour photographs, each book provides a detailed overview of the species, describing its characteristics, behaviour, habits, physiology and more. REVIEWS: "These attractive books are a call to action... fascinating readable accounts." - School Library Journal "Succinct introductions to the science and practice of wildlife conservation... written in accessible, lively language." - Booklist ILLUSTRATIONS: 50 colour photographs
This is Book 1 in the Firefly Animal Rescue Series. See all Firefly Animal Rescue books here.
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Pamela is an award-winning author of over 35 non-fiction nature books for children, including The Kids Canadian Nature Series, First Look at Nature Series, Animal Senses and Animals Hibernating. She lives in Canning, Nova Scotia.
Pat Stephens, mother, animal lover and artist, lives in a crowded house in Durham, Ontario. She has illustrated over 20 animal
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