Viewed from Interstate 80, the Red Desert appears to be an empty wasteland. But it’s actually home to diverse populations of desert animals, dramatic landscapes…and oil rigs.
The Modern West 7: The Red Desert: Prosperous Resource Or Versatile Ecosystem?
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Melodie Edwards