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L. David Mech

American Biologist and Ecologist specializing in wolves · United States · On the map · Scientists · Born 1937 · age 89

Lucyan David Mech, also known as Dave Mech, is an American biologist specializing in the study of wolves. He is a senior research scientist for the U.S. Geological Survey and an adjunct professor at the University of Minnesota.

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Awards

Michigan Notable Books2021
Aldo Leopold Award1993

About this person

He has researched wolves since 1958 in locations including northern Minnesota, Isle Royale, Alaska, Yellowstone National Park, Ellesmere Island, and Italy.

Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
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Dates
Born 1937 · age 89

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