The Natural History of a Canyon and Its Surrounding Sagebrush Steppe

The narrative highlights the striking contrast between the intricate habitats of a canyon and the expansive, uniform landscape of the Great Basin sagebrush steppe. As the author ascends from the canyon, they reflect on the complexity and interconnectedness of the canyon's ecosystem compared to the seemingly boundless and homogeneous terrain above. This juxtaposition emphasizes the diversity of environments and the unique beauty found in both the canyon and the vast steppe.