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The Call of a Shikra: A Remarkable Tale of a Shikra Family
Hardcover
Publisher: Staten House
Published: Feb 5 2024
Pages: 146
Weight: 1.66
Height: 0.56 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
In The Call of a Shikra, embark on a remarkable birdwatching tale that will take you deep into the heart of Iran's urban wilderness. Join Salehi on an awe-inspiring three-month journey alongside the captivating Shikra family. Along the way, witness the extraordinary world of these raptors in all aspect, from their nest-building feats to the heartwarming moments of chick nurturing. Along the way, Salehi faces down obstacles of all kinds, with his dedication to understanding the Shikras prevailing in the face of all.
Through engaging storytelling and highly detailed photographs, experience the Shikras' thrilling courtship displays, their daring hunting expeditions, and the tender care they shower upon their chicks. The author's passion for ornithology shines as he paints vivid pictures of each observed bird's individual personality and behavior.
The Call of a Shikra is a heartfelt plea to protect our natural heritage. This book is sure to offer a renewed appreciation of the beauty of birds as well as of the challenges faced by those who seek to understand and safeguard them.
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