Cumbres de Majalca National Park
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The Cumbres de Majalca National Park is a national park in the Mexican state of Chihuahua located 88 km northwest of the city of Chihuahua. The park showcases extraordinary rock formations that have been shaped by wind and water erosion. The park was created by presidential decree in 1939 encompassing 4,772 hectares to protect the endemic flora and fauna. The park is characterized by pine and oak forest. It is also one of the few areas in Mexico that are inhabited by black bear. ()
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Wildlife
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Golden eagle
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Birds
Coyote
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Mammals
Puma, Mountain Lion, Cougar
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Mammals
Peregrine falcon
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Birds
American black bear
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Mammals
Chihuahua