PREFACE 



The purpose of this narrative report was to summarize existing information about 

 the biology, hydrology, geology, and socioeconomics of the Mississippi Deltaic Plain 

 Region in a framework that would both characterize the region and provide a basis for 

 future research. 



This report was designed to complement the companion technical report that pro- 

 vides detailed quantitative descriptions of the major ecological habitats of the 

 Mississippi Deltaic Plain Region. Together the two volumes provide both general 

 descriptions and detailed data on the region. 



Any questions or comments about or requests for this publication should be 

 directed to: 



Information Transfer Specialist 

 National Coastal Ecosystems Team 

 U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service 

 NASA-Slidell Computer Complex 

 1010 Gause Boulevard 

 Slidell, LA 70458 



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