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Ozark National Scenic Riverways
Animals

animals includes:

Amphibians
Birds
Mammals
Reptiles
 
 
Picture of a snake eating a frog
The Food Chain in action!
Ozark National Scenic riverways preserves riparian, upland forest, aquatic and subterranean habitats for wildlife. Whitetailed deer and wild turkey delight hunters while at least 198 species of birds are waiting for the avid birder. Relict glade habitats are home to some of the more unusual animals in the Ozarks, including collared lizards more typical of the US Southwest and even tarantulas and scorpions! A prescribed fire regime keeps these habitats healthy. Learn more about fire management in the park by clicking on the Fire link in the environmental Factors webpage. (To the left)
Lady Slipper Orchid
Wildflowers in the Ozarks
Many people are surprised to find that wild orchids grow in the Ozarks. More about wildflowers....
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Cave formations
Beautiful cave formations.
Hundreds of caves are to be found in the Ozarks. Round Spring Cave is open for tours in the summer.
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Ozark hellbender  

Did You Know?
The Ozark hellbender is one of two species of hellbender, a giant salamander, in the United States. Ozark National Scenic Riverways is one of the few places on earth home to the Ozark species. More at www.nps.gov/ozar
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Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:22 EST