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    • Publisher:
      Cambridge University Press
      Publication date:
      September 2023
      October 2023
      ISBN:
      9781009103725
      9781009100151
      DOI:
      https://doi.org/10.1017/9781009103725
      Dimensions:
      (244 x 170 mm)
      Weight & Pages:
      1.34kg, 539 Pages
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      • Subjects:
      Animal Behaviour, Life Sciences, Ecology and Conservation
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    The basic biology of owls is poorly understood compared to that of other bird species. The Little Owl, Athene noctua, is one of the best models for biological and conservation research. Though widespread across Europe, Asia and North Africa, populations of the Little Owl are now in decline, making studies of its behavior and ecology all the more important. This extensively revised and updated second edition features substantial new long-term data on population dynamics, behavioral observations and breeding biology of the Little Owl. The authors discuss its wide-ranging ecology, genetics, subspecies, and population status by country. In addition, they outline a research strategy and monitoring program. Exceptional illustrations of all fourteen subspecies cover embryonic and chick development, feather growth and moult, including high-quality drawings presenting concrete management suggestions. Whilst being an invaluable resource for academic researchers, its accessible and straightforward style will also appeal to amateur ornithologists and enthusiasts.

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    ‘Among the many fascinating titbits to be found in The Little Owl is a note on beak colour. Recent research shows that females with yellower beaks rear significantly larger nestlings than their duller billed counterparts: what is more, juveniles sporting the brightest beaks receive more food than siblings with drab-coloured or grey bills. But there is nothing dull or drab about this book. Highly recommended.’

    Dan Eatherley Source: Ibis

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