Natural Resources and Climate of Spring Valley State Park
Although part of the Colorado River watershed, the park's environment is typical of the Great Basin desert and riparian life zones. The reservoir attracts a variety of waterfowl and shore birds, including
Natural Resources and Climate of Spring Valley State Park
Although part of the Colorado River watershed, the park's environment is typical of the Great Basin desert and riparian life zones. The reservoir attracts a variety of waterfowl and shore birds, including mallards, teals, herons, avocets and the infrequent, yet beautiful, trumpeter swan. Eagles, hawks, songbirds, ravens and road runners inhabit the canyons and valleys.
Common animals include squirrels, cottontails, jack rabbits, coyotes, deer, skunks and an occasiona