Hyena Scientist

Researching her films, articles, and more than forty books, Sy Montgomery has trekked into the cloud forest of Papua, New Guinea, cage-dived off Mexico with great white sharks, and scuba-dived off two continents to commune with wild octopuses. A National Book Award finalist, her work has been honored with a Sibert Medal, a Cook Prize Gold Medal, two Science Book and Film prizes from the National Association for the Advancement of Science, four honorary degrees, and many other awards. She lives in Hancock, New Hampshire. Visit her online at symontgomery.com.Nic Bishop, who holds a doctorate in the biological sciences, is the photographer of many acclaimed books for children. He lives in Auckland, New Zealand.Visit his website at: nicbishop.com

"Because Montgomery and Bishop traveled together to do the research for the book, there is a remarkably personal feel throughout as they become part of the team and participate in all aspects of the work, from spotting to packing up gear, and even cradling a sedated hyena’s head...A truly strong addition to the series and a worthwhile purchase for most libraries." — School Library Journal"An appealing, elegantly designed introduction to another much-maligned species." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"A fascinating, informative, and inclusive window into a feared and misunderstood species." — Booklist (starred review)"Montgomery shamelessly sells the spotted hyena as delightful and misunderstood, so animal-loving readers will be pleased to take up its cause." — Neal Pollack, The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, STARRED Review"The narrative unfolds with all the intrigue of a detective story...Photo-filled and perceptive." — Publishers Weekly"Another strong contribution to the Scientists in the Field series...a deeply detailed account of life in the field." — Horn Book Magazine