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How much do you know about Theodore Roosevelt National Park?
1. Theodore Roosevelt National Park is named for Theodore Roosevelt because he was a great conservationist.
2. Theodore Roosevelt had three ranches in the badlands of Dakota Territory.
3. Roosevelt called his Elkhorn Ranch his home ranch.
4. Bison are the largest animal found in Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
5. The park has elk, bighorn sheep, coyotes, porcupines, and beavers.
6. Wildlife in Theodore Roosevelt National Park are tame and people can safely approach them.
7. Coal seams in the park have caught fire and baked surrounding rocks, changing them into red brick-like rocks.
8. Fossils have not been found in Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
9. Leafy Spurge, Canada Thistle and Spotted Knapweed are 3 endangered species found in the park.
10. Prairie dogs are eaten by many animals, including badgers, coyotes, rattlesnakes, and golden eagles.
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