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Exotic tamarisk impacting the Colorado River corridor  

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The impacts caused by tamarisk within the Grand Canyon are well documented. These prolific non-native shrubs displace native vegetation and animals, alter soil salinity, and increase fire frequency. What is park management doing about this exotic plant?
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Last Updated: September 20, 2006 at 08:09 EST