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White Sands National Monument
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Aerial photo of parabolic dunes.  

Did You Know?
Not all sand dunes are alike. Dunes may take many forms, depending on the amount of sand available, the strength and direction of prevailing winds, and the type of vegetation in the area. Four types of dunes can be found in the white sands dune field.

Last Updated: September 18, 2007 at 16:28 EST