Birds
The Rocky Mountains are home to over 300 species of birds. These include raptor species that migrate through the mountains, such as golden eagles, bald eagles, and ospreys. Owls, such as the great horned owl, the snowy owl, and the great grey owl make their homes in the forests. Ptarmigans are common above treeline.
Read more about this topic: List Of Animals Of The Rocky Mountains, Fauna
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