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Why is Yellowstone worth protecting?

Yellowstone National Park is a protected area showcasing significant geological phenomena and processes. It is also a unique manifestation of geothermal forces, natural beauty, and wild ecosystems where rare and endangered species thrive.



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As the site of one of the few remaining intact large ecosystems in the northern temperate zone of earth, Yellowstone's ecological communities provide unparalleled opportunities for conservation, study, and enjoyment of large-scale wildland ecosystem processes.

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Old Faithful geyser is the main attraction of Yellowstone! Together with the Grand Prismatic Spring, Old Faithful is one of the most popular attractions of Yellowstone. No matter what time you come, it will always be busy.

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  • Yellowstone is home to the largest concentration of mammals in the lower 48 states (67 species). ...
  • 285 species of birds can be found in Yellowstone (150 nesting).


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Instead, the name was attributed as early as 1805 to Native Americans who were referring to yellow sandstones along the banks of the Yellowstone River in eastern Montana, several hundred miles downstream and northeast of the Park.

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One Montana resident who spoke to CNBC believes Yellowstone is not accurate representation of life there. It's unreal, lifelong Montanan Ginger Rice told the outlet. It doesn't portray Bozeman or Montana life as far as I'm concerned.

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You are invited to discover and explore Yellowstone National Park and learn what makes it one of North America's Seven Wonders of Nature.

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