Formidable hook beaks, sharp and powerful claws, penetrating eyes, magnificent feathers-these are some of the characteristics of birds of prey. In this volume, over 160 full-color photographs portray an impressive variety of species, depicted in a broad range of behavior from hunting and killing to caring for the young. Here is a memorable international trek through such varied habitats as northern, temperate and tropical forests; plains and grasslands; and even savannas and deserts. As beautiful as it is informative, this book is both a useful bird watching companion and a valuable source of information for novice and veteran nature lovers alike.