Los b hos son conocidos como cazadores silenciosos de la noche, pero hay mucho m s por descubrir sobre estas fascinantes aves nocturnas. Este t tulo de no ficci n para secundaria ofrece a los lectores una mirada profunda a los h bitos de anidaci n, la dieta carn vora, la anatom a especializada y los variados h bitats de estas misteriosas aves rapaces. Tambi n se destacan los esfuerzos de protecci n de h bitats y la importante relaci n del b ho con los humanos a lo largo de la historia, incluyendo su significado en el folclore y los beneficios en el control de plagas. Fotograf as cautivadoras y datos intrigantes se acompa an de recuadros informativos, un glosario completo, bibliograf a seleccionada, sitios web relevantes y un ndice. Owls are known as silent hunters of the night, but there is much more to discover about these fascinating nocturnal birds. This high-school nonfiction title gives readers an in-depth look at the nesting habits, carnivorous diet, specialized anatomy, and varied habitats of these mysterious raptors. Also featured are habitat protection efforts and the owl's important relationship with humans throughout history, including folklore significance and pest control benefits. Captivating photos and intriguing facts are accompanied by detailed sidebars, a comprehensive glossary, selected bibliography, relevant websites, and an index.
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