The Biogeography Of The Northern Great Plains (1916) - Stephen Sargent Visher - Bog

The Biogeography of the Northern Great Plains is a comprehensive scientific book written by Stephen Sargent Visher in 1916. The book explores the biogeography of the Northern Great Plains, which includes the states of North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, and parts of Canada. It examines the flora and fauna of the region, including the distribution of plant and animal species, their habitats, and the factors that influence their distribution.The book is divided into three sections: the physical environment, the plant communities, and the animal communities. In the first section, Visher discusses the geology, climate, and topography of the region, which are important factors in shaping the plant and animal communities. In the second section, he examines the different types of plant communities found in the Northern Great Plains, including grasslands, forests, and wetlands. He describes the characteristics of each community and the plant species that are found there.In the third section, Visher focuses on the animal communities of the Northern Great Plains. He discusses the different types of animals that live in the region, including mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians. He examines their distribution and the factors that influence their distribution, such as climate, vegetation, and human activity.Overall, The Biogeography of the Northern Great Plains is an important scientific work that provides a detailed and comprehensive understanding of the flora and fauna of the region. It is a valuable resource for scientists, researchers, and anyone interested in the natural history of the Northern Great Plains.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.