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Wildlife

The diverse wildlife of the Northern Bruce Peninsula is an essential component of the local ecosystem. Witnessing animals in their natural habitats provides visitors with a truly memorable experience. One may unexpectedly encounter a deer strolling along Beach Road during a morning jog or spot a porcupine near the roadside on Cyprus Lake Road.

American Bullfrog

(Lithobates catesbeianus)

American Toad

(Anaxyrus americanus)

Green Frog

(Lithobates clamitans)

Northern Leopard Frog

(Lithobates pipiens)

Spring Peeper

(Pseudacris crucifer)

Wood Frog

(Lithobates sylvaticus)

Eastern Red-backed Salamander

(Plethodon cinereus)

Four-toed Salamander

(Hemidactylium scutatum)

Spotted Salamander

(Ambystoma maculatum)

Wild Turkey

(Meleagris gallopavo)

Yellow Perch

(Perca flavescens)

Red Fox

(Vulpes vulpes)

Red Squirrel

(Tamiasciurus hudsonicus)

River Otter

(Lontra canadensis)

Ruby-throated Hummingbird

(Archilochus colubris)

Ruffed Grouse

(Bonasa umbellus)

Sandhill Crane

(Antigone canadensis)

Snapping Turtle

(Chelydra serpentina)

Striped Skunk

(Mephitis mephitis)

Turkey Vulture

(Cathartes aura)

White-tailed Deer

(Odocoileus virginianus)

Bald Eagle

(Haliaeetus leucocephalus)

Black Bear

(Ursus americanus)

Black-capped Chickadee

(Poecile atricapillus)

Blue Jay

(Cyanocitta cristata)

Canada Goose

(Branta canadensis)

Canadian Tiger Swallowtail

(Papilio canadensis)

Common Loon

(Gavia immer)

Common Racoon

(Procyon lotor)

Common Watersnake

(Nerodia sipedon)

Common Garter Snake

Thamnophis sirtalis)

Coyote

(Canis latrans)

Great Blue Heron

(Ardea herodias)

Milksnake

(Lampropeltis triangulum)

Monarch

(Danaus plexippus)

Northern Pike

(Esox lucius)

Painted Turtle

(Chrysemys picta)

Pileated Woodpecker

(Dryocopus pileatus)

Pink Salmon

(Oncorhynchus gorbuscha)

Porcupine

(Erethizon dorsatum)

Chipmunk

(Tamias striatus)

Eastern Newt

(Notophthalmus viridescens)

THERE'S NO MOOSE
ON THE BRUCE

The Northern Bruce Peninsula is home to a diverse array of wildlife, from majestic Bald Eagles to elusive Black Bears roaming The Bruce Peninsula. Visitors may catch glimpses of over 5,000 species of birds, as well as porcupines, coyotes, cougars, and White-tailed Deer. However, it's important to remember that this is the animals' natural habitat, and they should be observed responsibly and from a distance.

When viewing wildlife, it's crucial to give the animals ample space and never feed or approach them, as this is not only illegal but can also be dangerous for both humans and the animals. The Parks Canada website provides valuable information on wildlife safety and how to help preserve the delicate ecology of the Northern Bruce Peninsula.

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4,295

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The Northern Bruce Peninsula, located in Ontario, Canada, boasts a diverse array of flora and fauna. A comprehensive listing of all species found in this region is available on the website inaturalist.ca. This valuable provides an extensive gallery of photographs documenting these species in their natural habitats. All images featured on the website are published under the Creative Commons license, which allows for their free use and sharing with proper attribution.

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