| Description |
xviii, 244 p. : ill. (some col.), maps (some col.) ; 24 cm. |
| Summary |
"Dalton reexamines many of Lewis and Clark's discoveries, and their identification of new plants and animals, in the light of modern science to show their lasting biological significance. In clear, readily accessible terms, he relates the Expedition's observations to principles of ecology, genetics, physiology, and animal behavior"--Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 229-240) and index. |
| Contents |
List of illustrations -- Preface -- ch. 1. Mega-expectations -- ch. 2. Flagship species -- ch. 3. Missed opportunities -- ch. 4. Cottonwood -- ch. 5. Rain forests -- ch. 6. Salmon -- ch. 7. Clark's nutcracker and Lewis's woodpecker -- ch. 8. Greater sage-grouse and sage -- ch. 9. Fossils -- ch. 10. Missing pieces -- ch. 11. Extra pieces -- ch. 12. Climate change and the future of the American west -- Concluding remarks -- Bibliography -- Index. |
| Subject |
Natural history -- West (U.S.)
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Lewis and Clark Expedition (1804-1806)
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| ISBN |
9780826217660 (alk. paper) |
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0826217664 (alk. paper) |
| Standard No. |
AU@ 000042514973 |
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