Author: Michael Brescia
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The Return of the Bison and Prairie Ecosystems Across the U.S.
“I first became aware of the effort to reintroduce bison to the American prairie while reading about some conservation initiatives taking place in South Dakota. Initially, I thought it was simply a cultural project – reintroducing an animal with historical significance. However, this is actually a comprehensive ecological restoration effort, one with profound impacts on…
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Protecting a Tree Species of the Mountainous West
By Michael Brescia I first became aware of the plight of the whitebark pine when I was reading about its connection to grizzly bears. It turns out that the seeds of this rugged, high-altitude tree are a vital food source for bears, especially as they prepare for hibernation. However, I kept coming across reports of…
