Modern-day naturalists, prepare for adventure! A thrilling combination of science writing, travelogue, and biography, Jonathan Meiburg's beautifully written chronicle of "the hidden life and epic journey of the world's smartest birds of prey" introduces a curious, resourceful, playful, and social bird called the striated caracara. It traces the fascinating natural history that led to the bird's existence; ventures to Tierra del Fuego, the Falklands, Guyana, and the Andean deserts in search of the little-known species; and shares engaging true tales of the scientists, falconers, farmers, and other inquisitive humans who've been captivated and amused by these unique creatures for hundreds of years. A Most Remarkable Creature is an exciting and enlightening voyage of discovery.