Hot off the presses, The Owl Handbook provides a thoughtfully researched, accessible guide filled with hundreds of color photographs to explore the natural history and lives of the complex and captivating variety of owls. In The Owl Handbook, lifelong birder and author John Shewey leads us through an exploration of owls' cultural impact and provides in-depth investigations into the 19 owl species found in North America, along with an insightful survey of 200 species of owls from around the world. He also provides advice about how to respectfully observe and protect these impressive birds – the owls.
Published by Timber Press in late 2025, The Owl Handbook investigates the lives, behaviors, and importance of these enigmatic birds. For more information, see The Owl Handbook: Investigating the Lives, Habits, and Importance of T – Buteo Books