Nature & Science

A black bear looking through vegetation
Animals

Animals live in different habitats from canyon rim to river and require specific lifestyles to be successful.

A winged bird in flight. A blue sky is in the background
Birds

Birds live within the various habitats of the canyon, from the rim to the river.

White flowers with a yellow center
Plants

Learn about the plant communities that thrive on the canyon rim, inner canyon, and river bottom.

Tall canyon walls with brown and grey streaks
Natural Features & Ecosystems

Learn about how the processes which created the Black Canyon.

Last updated: July 11, 2024

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Gunnison, CO 81230

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