Plight of the Pelican: How Science Saved a Species (Books for a Better Earth collection)

This nonfiction account follows the threat DDT posed to brown pelicans in the mid-twentieth century. The pesticide entered soil and water, moved through small fish, and contributed to a steep decline in pelican numbers. Scientists investigated the cause and called for action, while farmers relied on DDT to manage pests. The book traces how scientists, activists, and other voices pressed for change, leading to government action and protections for wildlife.