Mammals of Northwestern South Dakota

A detailed exploration of the mammalian life that calls the rolling hills and striking buttes of northwestern South Dakota home, this volume brings together the first comprehensive survey of more than fifty species recorded in Harding County. Drawing on field observations and historical data, the authors paint a vivid picture of a landscape that, until now, has been largely overlooked by naturalists, offering listeners a fresh glimpse into the hidden diversity of the Northern Great Plains.

Set against a backdrop of stark Cretaceous tablelands, grass‑covered slopes, and scattered pine‑clad prominences, the narrative weaves together climate patterns, soil types, and the county’s network of rivers and streams to explain how each factor shapes the region’s wildlife. Listeners will gain insight into the habits of prairie dogs, pronghorn, coyotes, and a host of smaller mammals, all thriving in an environment defined by harsh winters, hot dry summers, and an ever‑changing mosaic of grasses and sage.