From the Back Cover
Predators, Wild Dogs & Cats is a fascinating look into the world of Western North AmericaÌs untamed hunters, exploring through compelling writing and vivid images the cougar, lynx and bobcat, the playful teamwork of coyotes, the resourceful ways of the wolf and the covert lives of the elusive fox. Biologist Kevin Van Tighem, the award-winning author of many nature books, including two other Super-GuidesÛBears and Elk, Deer & MooseÛhelps us discover and respect these magnificent creatures.
About the Author
Kevin Van Tighem's western roots run deep: his family has lived in the Alberta foothills since 1883. Since graduating from the University of Calgary with a Bsc in plant ecology, Van Tighem has studied wildlife and their habitats in various western national parks and protected areas. His explorations of elk and deer country have taken him to every western State and Province. A naturalist and hunter, he has written more than 200 articles, stories and essays on conservation and wildlife. His work has garnered many awards, including the Western Magazine Award, Outdoor Writers of Canada book and magazine awards and the Journey Award for Fiction. Van Tighem has served on the executive committees of the Federation of Alberta Naturalists and Alberta Wilderness Association. Currently, Van Tighem is Ecosystem Secretariat Manager for Jasper National Park, where he lives with his wife Gail and their three children.
