The Grand Canyon is a place to explore some of nature's weirder phenomena. One interesting fact is that scientists have found fossil footprints from over twenty species of reptiles and amphibians, but no one has ever found a preserved and fossilized skeleton. The Colorado River has been carving away at the canyon for anywhere from three to six million years, and no skeletons have ever been found.
Within the large variety of animals which inhabit the canyon today, one in particular sticks out. In the Grand Canyon, one of the most popular species of rattlesnakes is actually a pink rattlesnake. It startles those who pass by it with its pinky hue, which was an adaptation to match the color of pink of the rocks in the canyon.
One of the most famous and terrifying aspects of the Grand Canyon is the skywalk. The skywalk is a horseshoe shaped platform that juts out from the lip of the canyon. Although this description of it makes it appear seemingly harmless, here's the twist: the bottom of the skywalk is made of glass. Even though there is no real threat of danger in walking on this architectural masterpiece, even if you don't have a fear of heights, looking down to tie your shoelace can be one of the most terrifying experiences of your life on this skydeck.
The Grand Canyon is a true pride of America and and undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and extreme places on Earth.
By: Lexi Kierstead
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