Down by the River: The Impact Of Federal Water Projects And Policies On Biological Diversity

America’s rivers are the heart of rich and vital riparian ecosystems: home to unique communities of plants and animals. Aesthetically pleasing as well as a crucial food source for wildlife, these habitats are slowly being destroyed by the nation’s eagerness to harness natural resources. Biological diversity (the key to ecological stability) is threatened by a range of developmental projects, including efforts to dam and channel waterflow, to convert flood-prone land to agriculture, to harvest timber, and to undertake oil and gas exploration.

Down by the River defines and describes an ecosystem that is often ignored or neglected.

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qs_93742_5 Danita Delimont – Agriculture – Unripe wheat field agriculture, Pendleton Oregon – US38 DFR0085 – David R. Frazier – Quilt Squares – 14×14 inch quilt square

Unripe wheat field agriculture, Pendleton Oregon – US38 DFR0085 – David R. Frazier Quilt Square is a great way to create, showcase and remember a meaningful moment. Overall size is 10″ x 10″ with 7.5″ x 7.5″ image. Made of 100% poloyester that will not fade with washing.

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