Photo by Ashley L. Conti, Friends of Acadia, NPS Acadia is famous for its sunrises, sweeping coastal vistas, pink granite mountains, and diverse forests. However it’s also home to a plethora of wildlife species—ranging from the smallest microorganisms living in tidepools to larger animals on land and in water. Wildlife: Where and When to SeeAnimals of all kinds can be seen throughout the park, but different habitats support different species. To see songbirds, try diverse forested areas like Sieur de Monts Spring or the Wonderland Trail. See shorebirds along Ocean Drive, at Seawall, or at Schoodic Point. Check the skies along the shores of Acadia’s ponds or ocean to look for bald eagles, and look up from The Precipice parking lot to spot peregrine falcons defending the cliff. Look for otters and mink at the Tarn, or check out Great Meadow in the morning or evening to see white-tailed deer. Other, more elusive species like bobcats and fishers live in the park, but are rarely seen. ![]() MammalsFoxes, deer, and beavers, oh my! ![]() BirdsAcadia's most famous creatures, with more than 300 species reported! ![]() Amphibians, Reptiles, and FishFrogs, snakes, turtles, salamanders, and fish species at Acadia ![]() InvertebratesLearn about invertebrates in the air, on land, and beneath the water. ![]() Marine WildlifeExplore what creatures live in tidepools, along the coast, and in the open ocean around Acadia. ![]() Viewing WildlifeWhen it comes to wildlife, the best relationship is a long-distance relationship. |
Last updated: September 24, 2020