{"product_id":"the-raptors-of-arizona-9780816513222","title":"The Raptors of Arizona","description":"\u003cp\u003eThousands of birdwatchers come to Arizona each year seeking rare or intriguing species  and for those watching the skies the additional sighting of a bird of prey is a reward in itself. The Grand Canyon state boasts the most dramatic assortment of raptors in North America: hawks  eagles  falcons  kites  and owls  plus vultures and condors. Here can be found nearly all the raptor species of the continental United States and also established populations of species associated with Mexico  such as the Gray Hawk  Common Black-Hawk  Zone-tailed Hawk  and Whiskered Screech-Owl.  Arizonas raptors are found in an unrivaled diversity of habitats  from saguaro cactus forests where tiny Elf Owls nest to the Vermilion Cliffs  where the gigantic California Condor was introduced in 1996. Yet many species live in habitats that are now jeopardized by degradation or development  making an understanding and appreciation of raptors crucial to their survival.  The Raptors of Arizona brings together the knowledge and insights of 29 raptor and wildlife authorities who provide original information and syntheses on Arizonas 42 raptor species  with an emphasis on aspects of their natural history in Arizona. A chapter on each bird includes its description  a range map  and information on its distribution  habitat  life history  and status. Additional chapters cover conservation  habitats  where and when to watch raptors  and the sport of falconry. The book is enhanced by 42 full-color illustrations by Richard Sloan  one of the premier wildlife artists in North America  whose paintings were commissioned by the Arizona Wildlife Foundation specifically for this project. Co-published with the Arizona Game and Fish Department.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45665891975221,"sku":"ByrdShop_0816513228","price":247.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780816513222.jpg?v=1782413101","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-raptors-of-arizona-9780816513222","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}