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Abstract - A Butterfly Survey of Wind Cave National Park, Custer County, South Dakota

Marrone, Gary M. 2001. A Butterfly Survey of Wind Cave National Park, Custer County, South Dakota

Abstract

A butterfly study was conducted at Wind Cave National Park during the 2001 flight season to document species richness and relative abundance. A total of 51 butterfly species were reported during the survey. The Painted Lady was the most common butterfly observed. Species diversity was greatest in riparian areas along Beaver Creek and Cold Brook.

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American bison on the Wind Cave National Park prairie

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The American bison is the largest terrestrial mammal in North America. Male bison can weigh a ton and can run 35 miles per hour. Do not approach bison. They weigh more and can outrun you.
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