For wildlife enthusiasts interested in exploring the animals and wildlife that call North America home; there is no shortage of incredible animals to see across the continent.
Animals and Wildlife in North America Stories
List of Animals in North America
Animal | Scientific Name | Habitat | Notable Features |
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American Bison | Bison bison | Grasslands and prairies | Largest mammal in North America, significant to many Native American cultures |
Bald Eagle | Haliaeetus leucocephalus | Lakes, rivers, and coastal regions | National bird of the United States, symbol of freedom |
Grizzly Bear | Ursus arctos horribilis | Forests, subalpine meadows, and alpine tundra | Noted for its size and strength, iconic wildlife of North American wilderness |
Grey Wolf | Canis lupus | Forests, tundras, deserts, and grasslands | Symbol of wilderness and the subject of conservation efforts |
American Alligator | Alligator mississippiensis | Freshwater wetlands of the southeastern US | Largest reptile in North America, conservation success story |
California Condor | Gymnogyps californianus | Rocky shrubland, coniferous forests, and grasslands | One of the world’s rarest bird species, subject of intensive conservation efforts |
Moose | Alces alces | Forests of the Northern United States, Canada, and Alaska | Largest member of the deer family, known for its massive antlers |
North American Beaver | Castor canadensis | Lakes, rivers, and wetlands | Known for building dams, canals, and lodges; significant impact on North American ecosystems |
Mountain Lion | Puma concolor | Mountains, forests, and swamps | Also known as the cougar or puma, a top predator in various habitats |
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