Aldo Leopond Quotes

A collection of quotes by Aldo Leopond.

Aldo Leopold (1887-1948) was an American author, conservationist, and ecologist. He is best known for his influential book "A Sand County Almanac" (1949), which addressed the ethical relationship between people and nature. Leopold's ideas helped shape the modern environmental movement and he is considered a pioneer in the field of wildlife management. His land ethic philosophy advocated for a responsible and sustainable approach to the environment, emphasizing the importance of respecting and preserving biodiversity. Leopold's writings made significant contributions to the understanding and appreciation of nature, influencing subsequent generations of environmentalists.

I now suspect that just as a deer herd lives in mortal fear

I now suspect that just as a deer herd lives in mortal fear of its wolves, so does a mountain live in mortal fear of its deer. And perhaps with better cause, for while a buck pulled down by wolves can be replaced in two or three years, a range pulled down by too many deer may fail for replacement in as many decades

Aldo Leopond

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