History Quote by Elizabeth Kolbert
““Such is the economy of nature," Thomas Jefferson wrote, "that no instance can be produced, of her having permitted any one race of her animals to become extinct; of her having formed any link in her great work so weak as to be broken." When, as President, he dispatched Meriwether Lewis and William Clark to the Northwest, Jefferson hoped that they would come upon live mastodons roaming the region.””
About This Quote
Source Letter: Thomas Jefferson to Meriwether Lewis, 1804
Nature’s balance prevents any single species from dominating, underscoring ecological interdependence.
In simple terms: Nature maintains balance among species.
Key Takeaway
Protect biodiversity.
Themes
environment
ecology
balance
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
environmental
educational
When to use this quote
- wildlife management
- climate policy
- habitat restoration
Key Concepts
species interdependence
conservation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we safeguard ecosystems?
- What role do humans play in nature’s economy?
A Different Perspective
Human impact can disrupt this balance.
