74 (D-57) Because of Zion's unique geography and variety of life zones, there is unusual plant and animal diversity. Numerous plant species as well as 289 species of birds, 75 mammals (including 19 species of bat), and 32 reptiles inhabit the park's four life zones: desert, riparian, woodland, and coniferous forest. Common plant species include cottonwood, Cactus, Datura, Juniper, Pine, Boxelder, Sagebrush, yucca, and various willows. Notable megafauna include mountain lions, mule deer, and Golden Eagles, along with reintroduced California Condors and Bighorn Sheep.It's time to return to your dictionaries: http://www.wordreference.com/
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VOCABULARY:
--as well as = "ainsi que"
--riparian = near river banks
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