Nature & Science

Hovenweep National Monument is not just a story about people. The plants, wildlife, geology, and soils have always been an important part of this community. Today, they remain important subjects for ongoing scientific study.

 

Learn about Nature

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  Animals

  Learn about the different animals that live in Hovenweep.

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  Plants

  Learn about the variety of plants that grow in Hovenweep.

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  Geology

  Read about the geologic forces at work in Hovenweep.

 

Collared lizard

NPS/Andrew Kuhn

Explore Biodiversity

Have you ever taken a picture of a flower, or butterfly, or an unusual mushroom? You can keep track of the biodiversity you see when you are in a national park, or where ever you go, with iNaturalist. Learn more about how you can help document the various life forms in our national parks. Check out the Hovenweep iNaturalist project.