The Great American Prairie | a 7 Image Story Thunderstorms rumble over the Great Plains frequently during the summer months. In fact, they are almost one of the trademarks of the Great American Prairie; ranging from the Rocky Mountains to the Midwest and from Canada to Oklahoma. The great mid section of the North American continent loves thunderstorms. Illinois was once covered with tall grass prairie. This fertile land has been mostly converted to farming land. Still, it’s possible to find restored prairie in Illinois. Several state parks and recreation areas contain prairies and prairie restorations.
The American Bison, our National Mammal, symbolizes the Great Plains. The largest land animal in North America; at one time millions roamed the grasslands of North America from Alaska to Mexico. Just like much of the Great American Prairie has gone the way of the plow; so the Bison have gone. Today, small herds are maintained Canada and the USA; mostly in state and national parks.
Each image will be posted individually this week with a bit more narrative under category The Great American Prairie.
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