First published 2025
National Geographic host and lifelong birder Christian Cooper takes readers into the world of owls that call New York City home. Cooper introduces four remarkable birds that have thrived in the urban environment. Flaco the Eurasian Eagle-Owl made headlines with his escape to freedom and won hearts across the country. Barry the Barred Owl carved out his own territory among the skyscrapers. Geraldine the Great Horned Owl adapted to city rhythms. Rocky the Saw-whet Owl found refuge in Central Park's trees. Cooper shows how these birds navigate traffic, lights, and crowds while hunting and nesting. The book includes detailed information about owl behavior, their distinctive calls, and conservation efforts protecting urban wildlife. Cooper demonstrates that cities can become sanctuaries for unexpected creatures when people learn to coexist with nature.
Genres: nature, animals, non-fiction, birds
Vibes: educational, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: coexistence, nature-vs-nurture
Setting: New York City, Central Park
Period: 21st-century
40 pages · Hardcover · Little, Brown Books for Young Readers