Handbook of North American Birds: Volumes 4 & 5 (Diurnal Raptors, Part 1 & 2)

Two-volume set. Very good hardcovers in chipped, sun-faded dust jackets. Ex-library with stickers on spines.

Volume 4, Diurnal Raptors Part 1 -- Family Cathartidae: New World Condors and Vultures. Family Accipitridae (first part); Osprey, Kites, Bald Eagle and allies, Accipiters, Harrier, Buteo allies. Complete diagnostic information on each species, including both sexes at all ages and in all seasons. Each account also provides information on field identification, voice, habitat, distribution, migration, banding status, reproduction, survival, habits, and food of the species.

Volume 5, Diurnal Raptors Part 2 -- Family Accipitridae (concluded); Buteos, Golden Eagle. Family Falconidae; Crested Caracara, Falcons. Complete diagnostic information on each species, including both sexes at all ages and in all seasons. Each account also provides information on field identification, voice, habitat, distribution, migration, banding status, reproduction, survival, habits, and food of the species.