sand dunes

An introduction to dunes, including how they form, what lives there, and more.

Cynthia Huntington chronicles the experiences she had as she searched for the true meaning of "home" on the dunes of Cape Cod.

Provides an introduction to sand dunes, explaining what they are and how they form, looking at some of the plants and animals that live in sand environments, and telling of some of the remarkable discoveries that have been found buried in the sand.

Discusses the different types of sand dunes, how they form and move, the destruction they can cause, and the animal and plant life they support.

Discusses dune areas in Oregon and elsewhere in the western hemisphere, explaining the formation of sand and the forces which shape it into dunes.