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Downy Paintbrush - Castillega sessiliflora
NPS Photo by Jim Pisarowicz
Downy Paintbrush - Castillega sessiliflora
 
Roots of paintbrushes can be partially parasitic on roots of other plants.  They can accumulate selenium in soils that have this element.
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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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