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Pika Protector: One Woman's Crusade to Safeguard Yosemite's Smallest Residents
2 Nov
Summary
- Beth Pratt's new book showcases over 150 species in Yosemite National Park
- Pratt has spent over a decade observing and advocating for the park's wildlife
- Climate change and development pose growing threats to Yosemite's fragile ecosystems
In her new book "Yosemite Wildlife," conservation leader Beth Pratt takes readers on a captivating journey through the diverse ecosystems of Yosemite National Park. For over a decade, Pratt has dedicated herself to observing and advocating for the park's more than 150 species, from the feisty pika to the delicate butterflies that soar over 12,000-foot peaks.
Pratt's book, the first of its kind in over a century, is designed to transport readers into the rarefied world of Yosemite's wildlife. Paired with stunning photography, Pratt's storytelling offers intimate insights into the lives of the park's mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and insects. Her goal is to foster a deeper connection between readers and the tenacious creatures that are fighting to survive in the face of growing threats.
As the climate crisis and encroaching development continue to impact Yosemite, Pratt's work has taken on a renewed urgency. She hopes her book will inspire readers to appreciate the fragility of these ecosystems and the importance of protecting them. With her decades-long commitment to observing and documenting the changes in Yosemite's high country, Pratt is a passionate voice for the park's smallest and most vulnerable residents.
