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The Appalachian Cottontail

10 Animals Found Only in the Appalachian Mountains

Gargi Chakravorty

The Appalachian Mountains stretch across eastern North America like an ancient spine, holding secrets that have existed for millions of years. Hidden within these misty peaks and deep valleys lives a remarkable collection of creatures found nowhere else on Earth. These endemic species tell stories of evolution, survival, and the unique biological treasures that make ...