Chapter 14: MexAmerica

MexAmerica is a southern region below Las Vegas, Nevada. This region consists of Mexico, California, Arizona, and New Mexico. MexAmerica consists of mountains and valleys. However, a characteristic common between MexAmerica and Las Vegas is the region's dry, hot weather. MexAmerica also has numerous types of plants and animals throughout the area.

Las Vegas consists of desert vegetation and few wildlife. Not as diverse and numerous in the MexAmerica region. However, the desert wildlife around Las Vegas is still notable.

There are birds, mammals, amphibians, lizards, snakes, turtles, fish, and invertebrates. This website shows the multiple species around Las Vegas. However, here are a few pictures of some creatures noted around Las Vegas.

 Sources:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Las_Vegas#Geography_and_climate
http://www.birdandhike.com/Wildlife/_Wildl_index.htm