Animals

A deer sits in high grasses with a Civil War cannon behind it.
Monocacy National Battlefield protects the habitat of our heritage.

NPS/Etter

There are many different types of habitats around the park including grass meadows, fencerows and treelines, deep woods areas, agricultural fields, and river and streamside forest environments. These diverse habitats provide homes for species such as songbirds, white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, red-backed salamanders, northern copperhead snakes, eastern box turtles, and bald eagles – to name a few.
 
  • A gray tree frog sits on a green leaf
    Amphibians

    The battlefield is home to many different species of frogs, toads, and other amphibians.

  • An osprey soars in a bright blue sky
    Birds

    The battlefield provides important habitat for a variety of bird species.

  • A shallow creek
    Fish

    Thirty-six species of fish have been found within the battlefields freshwater streams and the Monocacy River.

  • A baby fox pokes its head up from the brush.
    Mammals

    A total of 34 different species of mammals have been known to inhabit the park.

  • Several turtles rest on a log sticking out of the water in a pond.
    Reptiles

    The diverse landscape of Monocacy National Battlefield provides excellent habitat for a wide range of reptiles.

Last updated: September 9, 2021

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4632 Araby Church Road
Frederick, MD 21704

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