Bird Quote by Meriwether Lewis
“We procured from an Indian a weasel perfectly white except the extremity of the tail which was black: great numbers of wild geese are passing to the south, but their flight is too high for us to procure any of them.”
About This Quote
Source Journal: Lewis and Clark Expedition, 1805
The narrator describes a rare white weasel and notes that migrating geese fly too high to be captured.
In simple terms: Rare animal noted; geese out of reach.
Key Takeaway
Observe and respect natural limits.
Themes
exploration
nature
observation
Mood
curious
observational
Type
historical
descriptive
When to use this quote
- wildlife research
- hunting trips
- birdwatching
- environmental studies
Key Concepts
biology
ecology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the weasel’s rarity suggest?
- How do we balance exploration with conservation?
A Different Perspective
Limited ability to capture high-flying birds; ethical concerns about hunting.
