Mississippi River Basin

From Great Lakes Wiki

River system bisecting the United States from North to South. Historically used as a border between nations and states.

Facts

Approximately 2,300 miles long
260 species of fishes
40% of nations migratory fowl use the basin
Over 90 species of mussels
50 mammals
Atleast 145 species of amphibians and reptiles

Source Links

General Information on the Mississippi River