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White Sands National Monument
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Photo of animal tracks  

Did You Know?
Most desert animals are nocturnal, coming out to feed only at night when temperatures are cooler. Every animal in the white sands makes tracks on the dunes as it moves, leaving clues to its nocturnal activities.

Last Updated: February 07, 2009 at 18:38 EST