Alaska consists of various ecosystems and habitats. Below follows a list of the top 21 animals found in the Alaskan state.
Grizzly Bear
![Grizzly](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/pexels-simon-hurry-12858837-1200x822.jpg)
Renowned for their size and strength, grizzly bears are a symbol of the Alaskan wilderness.
Polar Bear
![baby polar bear](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/hans-jurgen-mager-CHqbiMhQ_wE-unsplash-1200x800.jpg)
The world’s largest land carnivore, found primarily along Alaska’s Arctic coast.
Moose
![moose](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moose_bull.jpeg)
The largest species in the deer family, moose are common in Alaska’s forests and wetlands.
Reindeer
![Strolling Reindeer](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1083px-20070818-0001-strolling_reindeer-1.jpg)
Known for their annual migrations, caribou are vital to Indigenous cultures and ecosystems.
Wolverine
![](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Depositphotos_129837014_XL-1-768x1024.jpg)
A powerful and elusive predator known for its strength and ferocity.
Bald Eagle
![bald eagle national animal of the U.S.](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/eagle-1029908_1280-1200x800.jpg)
America’s national bird, often seen soaring above Alaskan waters.
Alaskan Malamute
![Alaskan Malamute](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Alaskan-Malamute8-1-1200x800.jpg)
A native sled dog breed known for its strength and endurance.
Gray Wolf
![mexican gray wolf](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Depositphotos_3335333_L-1200x799.jpg)
Predators that play a key role in maintaining the health of wildlife populations.
Lynx
![lynx](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/federico-di-dio-photography-Ly65kdIOYQA-unsplash-1200x951.jpg)
These medium-sized cats are adapted to snowy environments, preying mainly on snowshoe hares.
Dall Sheep
![dall sheep](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/dall-sheep-5645672_960_720-800x533.jpg)
Known for their impressive curved horns, Dall sheep inhabit the state’s mountain ranges.
Orca
![orca](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/pexels-andre-estevez-3325908-1200x800.jpg)
Apex predators of the ocean, orcas are often seen in Alaskan waters.
Humpback Whale
![Humpback whale breaching](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Humpback-whale-tail-1200x673.jpg)
Known for their spectacular breaching and vocalizations during their migrations.
Sea Otter
![Sea Otter (Enhydra lutris) preening itself in Morro Bay.](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Sea-otter-morro-bay_13-1200x800.jpg)
A key species in maintaining kelp forest ecosystems, found along the coast.
Steller Sea Lion
![Steller Sea Lion](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Steller_sea_lion_eumetopias_jubatus-Copy-1200x807.jpg)
The largest of the eared seals, named after the naturalist Georg Wilhelm Steller.
Puffin
![](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Depositphotos_505128962_XL-1200x800.jpg)
With their colorful beaks, puffins are among Alaska’s most iconic seabirds.
Arctic Fox
![arctic fox](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/sridhar-chilimuri-lDR6R_bnY8k-unsplash-1200x900.jpg)
Adapted to the cold with its thick fur, changing colors with the seasons.
Snowshoe Hare
![Snowshoe Hare](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Depositphotos_178049092_L-1200x777.jpg)
Known for its large hind feet and seasonal color change from brown to white.
American Bison
![Big old bison in nature.](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Depositphotos_431251698_XL-1200x768.jpg)
Once found in large numbers, wild bison herds can still be seen in parts of Alaska.
Elk
![Roosevelt Elk](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/image-86-4-1200x960.jpg)
Though not as common as other species, elk can be found in select areas of Alaska.
Musk Ox
![](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Depositphotos_216154644_XL-1200x800.jpg)
Prehistoric-looking animals known for their thick coat and strong herd behavior.
Beluga Whale
![beluga whale](https://www.animalsaroundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Beluga_Whale_Vancouver_Aquarium-1200x900.jpg)
These white whales are easily recognizable and often found in coastal waters and rivers.
Conclusion
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Each of these various animals has a role in the diverse ecosystems found in this state. I hope you enjoyed reading about the variety of animals in Alaska.
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