Citation
Yellowstone Wolves: Science and Discovery in the World's First National Park
TL;DR
Comprehensive documentation of wolf population dynamics post-reintroduction
This comprehensive synthesis of 25 years of wolf research includes population dynamics, hunting behavior, and ecosystem effects. It represents the most complete scientific account of the Yellowstone wolf reintroduction and its consequences.
The book provides detailed evidence for how predator reintroduction affects entire ecosystems, with implications for understanding how competitive rebalancing affects market ecosystems.
Key Findings from Smith et al. (2020)
- Comprehensive documentation of wolf population dynamics post-reintroduction
- Analysis of wolf hunting behavior and prey selection
- Ecosystem-wide effects of apex predator presence
- Long-term population cycling patterns