Yosemite is home to a wide variety of wildlife, from small birds and reptiles to larger animals such as black bears and mule deer. The park’s forests, meadows, rivers, and mountains provide habitats for many different species.
Black Bears
Birds
Mule Deer
Black bears are one of Yosemite’s most well-known animals. Despite their name, they can range in color from black to brown or cinnamon. Visitors should never approach or feed a bear.
Yosemite provides habitat for many bird species, including hawks, owls, woodpeckers, and songbirds. Birdwatching can be enjoyed throughout the park.
Mule deer can often be seen throughout Yosemite, especially in meadows and forested areas. They are recognizable by their large ears and distinctive tails.
Respect Yosemite’s Wildlife
Wildlife is an important part of Yosemite’s ecosystem. Visitors can help protect animals by keeping a safe distance, never feeding wildlife, securing food properly, and staying on designated trails.
Wildlife is an important part of Yosemite’s ecosystem. Visitors can help protect animals by keeping a safe distance, never feeding wildlife, securing food properly, and staying on designated trails.