A majestic and awe-inspiring bird, the golden eagle flies throughout the northern hemisphere and is one of the largest birds of prey in North America. Among ornithologists and other scientists today, the species attracts great interest and extensive research. The golden eagle has also captured the imaginations of everyday people throughout history, playing various symbolic roles and appearing in the folklore of societies around the globe. 
This all-encompassing book presents full current information on the biology and ecology of golden eagles. It includes both original research by raptor expert Jeff Watson and a synthesis of the findings of an array of international scientists. Chapters on such further topics as the cultural importance of golden eagles, conservation issues, and predation on livestock, along with more than 70 superb depictions of the raptors and their landscapes, combine to make this volume the definitive account of the golden eagle.

The Golden Eagle

Science & Math

Riley, Helen

Watson, Jeff

Thomson, Des

Biological Sciences

Yale University Press

Simple text and illustrations depict the lives of bats in their natural setting describing how they feed, defend themselves, and breed.

The World of Bats (Where Animals Live)

Harrison, Virginia

Children's Books

Gareth Stevens Pub.

Describes the characteristics of several species of frogs and toads considered unique and distinctive because of their physiology, habits, and habitats.

Frogs & Toads (Weird and Wonderful)

Thomson Learning

Describes the characteristics of several species of frogs and toads considered unique and distinctive because of their physiology, habits, and habitats.

Frogs and Toads (Weird and Wonderful)

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