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Fossil Butte National Monument
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Fossil Butte National Monument
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This little-visited site has the world's largest number of fossilized fish.
Overview of Fossil Butte National Monument
This little-visited site has the world's largest number of fossilized fish.
Key Facts
- Type of place: fossil field.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
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- Annual visitors: 16,500 visitors (2012).
- Area: 33.18 km².
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- Website: https://www.nps.gov/fobu