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Saint Croix National Scenic RiverwayTwo large trumpeter swans swim in profile. They are banded around the neck as part of the reintroduction of this species to the river.
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Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway
Animals
A badger, white and brown, is covered in reddish sand from digging a hole. Only his left ear is dirt free.

Henry Katorik

A Badger Pauses from his Work

An abundance of wildlife exists within the Riverway. Knowing specifically what species reside or travel through the Riverway can be a challenge. Resource management staff, researchers, and scientists are actively trying to learn what species are found here. At this site you will find the current list of animal species. This site will be updated, as new information becomes available.

If during your visit you should see wildlife that you thought was unusual or unique tell a ranger or send us an e-mail. Who knows you might add a new species to one of our lists.

You may print a check list of some of the common animals in the park if you wish.


A green dragonfly emerges from its old skin, seen below.  

Did You Know?
Dragonflies spend most of their life living in the water. Eventually they climb out of the water and grab onto something. Here they will emerge from their old skin like a butterfly emerges from its cocoon and fly away.

Last Updated: May 02, 2008 at 19:43 EST