From School Library Journal
Grade 3-5-The only two native species of North American eagles, the bald and golden, are treated in this comparative presentation. Patent describes how their numbers declined dramatically during the 19th and 20th centuries due to habitat loss, DDT-caused eggshell thinning, and hunting. She also discusses the work of wildlife rehabilitators and conservation efforts. Splendid full-color photographs illustrate the lively text and clarify descriptions. Helen Sattler's Book of Eagles (Lothrop, 1989) presents eagles from all over the world. Dorothy Patent's Where the Bald Eagles Gather (Clarion, 1984) focuses on the bald eagles of Montana's Glacier National Park. Her new book is the only one available for this audience that gives equal attention to both American eagles.?Barbara B. Murphy, Shaler Area School District Libraries, Pittsburgh
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Gr. 4^-6. Patent and Munoz's latest collaboration describes two species of North American eagles--the bald and the golden. Patent succinctly describes the physical attributes, life cycle, and typical behavior of these birds of prey. She also provides detailed information about their endangered status and efforts by organizations such as the Grounded Eagle Foundation to help them survive. Munoz's clear color photographs complement the text and make for an attractive format. The index will aid young report writers, too.
Kay Weisman