About the Author

Jemima Parry-Jones was born in Salisbury in Wiltshire, and has always been interested in wildlife. She runs the National Birds of Prey Centre in Newent, Gloucestershire. The centre has one of the largest collections of birds of prey in the world with over 65 species to date and has bred more species in captivity than has bred more species in captivity than any other collection. It is open to the public 7 days a week for 10 months of the year, and attracts more than 50,000 visitors annually. For more information telephone Newent (0531) 820286 during office hours.