RSPB Spotlight Owls

Owls are charismatic and exceptionally well-loved characters, and have always held a special place in our folklore and legends. Next, we are introduced to their life cycles, beginning as eggs, moving onto fledging and independence, migration, and finally death. Their nocturnal habits mean few of us have been lucky enough to see them up close. It discusses their evolutionary history and distribution around the world. Their anatomy and adaptations are examined, as well as their natural behaviors including hunting, nesting and mating practices. Five species of owl currently live in Britain--the Tawny, Barn, Little, Long-eared and Short-eared Owls--and each of t

. Marianne Taylor is a freelance writer, illustrator, photographer and editor, and author of many natural history books, including British Birds of Prey, Owls, RSPB Spotlight Robins and RSPB British Birdfinder. A passion for all wildlife, especially birds, has been a driving force in her life

. A passion for all wildlife, especially birds, has been a driving force in her life. About the AuthorMarianne Taylor is a freelance writer, illustrator, photographer and editor, and author of many natural history books, including British Birds of Prey, Owls, RSPB Spotlight Robins and RSPB British Birdfinder