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FLORA AND FAUNA
ОглавлениеThe land of Rocky Mountain National Park spans three classifications of ecosystems, home to a diverse collection of plant and animal life: montane (elevations up to 9500 feet/2896 m), subalpine (elevations between 9000 feet/2743 m and 11,000 feet/3353 m), and alpine tundra (elevations higher than 11,000 feet/3353 m). From the more temperate valley floors to the harsh conditions of the alpine tundra, it’s all connected. Here are a few selected animals and plants you might see on a visit to the park: