What an owl knows the new science of the world's most enigmatic birds / Jennifer Ackerman.
| Author/creator | Ackerman, Jennifer, 1959- author. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | New York : Penguin Press, [2023] |
| Description | xvi, 333 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm |
| Subjects |
| Abstract | "For centuries, owls have captivated and intrigued us. Our fascination with these mysterious birds was first documented over 30,000 years ago, in the Chauvet cave paintings in southern France, and our enduring awareness and curiosity of their forward gaze and nearly silent flight has cemented the owl as a symbol of wisdom and knowledge, foresight and intuition. But what, really, does an owl know? Though our infatuation goes back centuries, scientists have only recently begun to study these birds in great detail. While more than 270 species exist today, and reside on every continent except Antarctica, owls are far more difficult to find and study than other birds - because while not only cryptic and perfectly camouflaged, owls are most active in the dark of night. Joining scientists on this maddening and elusive treasure hunt, Jennifer Ackerman brings alive the rich biological history of these animals and reveals the remarkable scientific discoveries into their brains and behavior."-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 301-313) and index. |
| Interest age level | Adult Brodart. |
| Issued in other form | Online version: Ackerman, Jennifer. What an owl knows New York : Penguin Press, [2023] 9780593298893 |
| LCCN | 2022053096 |
| ISBN | 9780593298886 (hardcover) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | Popular Reading Collection | QL696.S8 A25 2023 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |