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Timpanogos Cave National Monument
Environmental Factors
Many environmental factors or issues affect the condition of the park's resources. The issues highlighted here are: nonnative species, pests, water quality, and weather conditions.  
Tadpole Shrimp  

Did You Know?
Naturally occurring sandstone basins called “potholes” collect rain water and wind-blown sediment, forming tiny ecosystems where a fascinating collection of plants and animals live. Tadpole shrimp, fairy shrimp and many insects can be found in potholes.
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Last Updated: August 23, 2006 at 14:48 EST