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Gophers and Ecological Recovery

This chapter explores the role of the northern pocket gopher in ecological recovery following the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens. It highlights a 40-year study revealing how gopher activity enhances soil health and plant diversity, significantly impacting the area’s microbial populations.

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