Lets take a closer look at the animals that call Yosemite home. From Bears to birds, each plays an important role in this national park.
Black Bear
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Yosemite’s most famous large mammal is known for its intelligence and adaptability.
Mule Deer
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Easily recognized by their large ears and graceful movements, mule deer are a common sight in meadows and forests.
Mountain Lion
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Also known as cougars or pumas, these elusive predators are top of the food chain in Yosemite.
Bobcat
![Bobcat](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Bobcat2-1200x910.jpg)
Smaller than mountain lions, these solitary felines are often spotted at dawn or dusk.
Coyote
![Coyote, Tule Lake, California](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/1321px-Coyote_Tule_Lake_CA-1200x981.jpg)
These adaptable canines are often seen alone or in small groups throughout the park.
American Black Bear
![Baby Black Bear.](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Depositphotos_340751644_XL-1200x846.jpg)
A symbol of wilderness and a prominent species in Yosemite.
Bighorn Sheep
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The Sierra Nevada bighorn sheep, a subspecies, is specially adapted to the high mountain terrain.
American Marten
![American Marten Yosemite National Park](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Depositphotos_386836902_L-1200x726.jpg)
A member of the weasel family, martens are adept tree climbers and live in the park’s forested areas.
California Ground Squirrel
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A common sight, these ground squirrels are often seen standing upright, surveying their surroundings.
Steller’s Jay
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Recognizable by their striking blue and black plumage, these birds are vocal residents of the park’s forests.
Golden Eagle
![Wild Golden Eagle](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/3240px-016_Wild_Golden_Eagle_in_flight_at_Pfyn-Finges_Switzerland_Photo_by_Giles_Laurent-1200x800.jpg)
Majestic birds of prey, golden eagles are sometimes spotted soaring over open areas or high peaks.
Sierra Nevada Red Fox
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A rare and beautiful sight, this fox species is adapted to high-altitude environments.
Great Gray Owl
![Grey Owl](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Strigidae_Strix_nebulosa_2-1200x900.jpg)
The largest owl by length in North America, this species can occasionally be seen in Yosemite’s meadows and forests.
Peregrine Falcon
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Known for their incredible speed, these birds of prey nest on Yosemite’s cliff faces.
Western Rattlesnake
![western diamondback rattlesnake](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Depositphotos_219945610_S.jpg)
The only venomous snake in Yosemite, typically found in rockier, warmer areas of the park.
Yosemite Toad
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A species of special concern, these amphibians are adapted to high-altitude life in meadows.
Mountain Yellow-legged Frog
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Critically endangered, these frogs are an important part of high-elevation aquatic ecosystems.
Monarch Butterfly
![Monarch butterfly](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Depositphotos_11551157_XL-1200x800.jpg)
Known for their long migrations, monarchs can be seen in Yosemite during their journey.
Pacific Fisher
![Pacific Fisher](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pacific_Fisher_15243653237.jpg)
A member of the weasel family, fishers are rare and elusive forest dwellers.
Sierra Newt
![Sierra Newt](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Sierra_Newt_Taricha_sierrae_8614529800-933x1024.jpg)
These amphibians are often found in and around the park’s streams and ponds, especially during the breeding season.
Spotted Bat
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Known for its large ears and spotted fur, this nocturnal creature is one of the many bat species residing in Yosemite.
Conlusion
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These animals each have a unique role to play in their respective environments in this national park. I hope you enjoyed reading about the animals that call Yosemite home. To read more like this check out the articles below:
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