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Seeing a grizzly in Yellowstone is priceless.Getting too close to one is foolish. The Grizzly Bear is a powerful predator, capable of out sprinting a horse, and weighing as much as 350-600 pounds. Grizzlies are omnivorous, meaning they eat both meat and plants. In Yellowstone, grizzlies feed on elk, trout, bison carrion, pine nuts, grasses, … Read more

The elk is the most abundant of the large mammals of Yellowstone National Park. Oftentimes reaching the size of a large horse, elk can be seen throughout Yellowstone year-around. The cows and calves oftentimes travel in large groups of a hundred or more during the summer months, while the males tend to travel by themselves … Read more

In Yellowstone National Park, the bald eagle is more than just a national symbol—it is a conservation success story that has transformed from an endangered rarity into a frequent sight for visitors. Where and When to Spot Them Bald eagles are year-round residents in Yellowstone, though their locations shift with the seasons: Key Facts at … Read more

Named for their oversized, expressive ears, the Mule Deer (Odocoileus hemionus) is a staple of the American West and one of the most frequently encountered mammals in Yellowstone. While they might look like “just a deer” compared to a grizzly or a wolf, they are masters of high-altitude survival and possess some of the most … Read more

Often overshadowed by their larger cousin, the gray wolf, the coyote (Canis latrans) is one of the most resilient and visible predators in Yellowstone. While wolves were absent from the park for 70 years, coyotes reigned as the top canine, adapting to every corner of the ecosystem. Where to Find Them Coyotes are habitat generalists, … Read more

In the high-alpine forests of Yellowstone, the American Black Bear (Ursus americanus) is the charismatic, often misunderstood neighbor to the more famous grizzly. While they share the same wilderness, black bears have carved out a unique niche as the park’s most versatile and agile residents. Where to Find Them: The “Northern Range” Black bears are … Read more

The Yellowstone bison story covers more than one hundred years of struggle and conflict surrounding one of America’s most majestic animals. In the early 1800’s, an estimated 65 million bison roamed throughout the continent of North America. However, market hunting and poaching had a devastating effect on the bison population; and by 1890, fewer than … Read more

While bison and bears get most of the headlines, the Bighorn Sheep (Ovis canadensis) is the undisputed master of Yellowstone’s vertical world. These agile climbers are a favorite for photographers because they frequent the park’s dramatic cliffs and rocky canyons. Where to Find Them Bighorn sheep are most commonly seen in the Northern Range of … Read more