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| − | + | Grand Canyon is noted as a geologic wonder, not particularly a wildlife park. However, one can often see elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, coyote (and yes, the occasional roadrunner), mountain lion (puma), Abert's squirrel, cliff chipmunk, rock squirrel, bats in the evening, bobcat, pronghorn antelope (mostly in grasslands on the drive up to the Canyon), and Arizona's State Mammal, the ringtail. There are 4 shrews, 22 bats, 3 rabbits, 14 sciurids (squirrels, chipmunks, prairie dogs), 2 gophers, 1 beaver, 26 mice and voles, 1 porcupine, 4 canids (dogs), rare black bears, 2 procyonids (raccoons and allies), 7 mustelids (weasels, skunks, allies), 2 cats, and most recently, javalina (collared peccary) have expanded their range to Grand Canyon. Visitors will see lizards and the occasional snake. The sight of a venomous reptile, especially the small, pink Grand Canyon rattlesnake, is rare but possible, especially on a hike to the river, 5,000 feet (1500 meters) below the rim. | |
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Overview
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Birds
Notable Species
Grand Canyon's South Rim is not known as a birding area, but there are several specialties that are worth noting. Chief among these is the excellent chance to see a wild California Condor.
Rarities
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Check-list
Birds you can see here include:
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Other Wildlife
Grand Canyon is noted as a geologic wonder, not particularly a wildlife park. However, one can often see elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, coyote (and yes, the occasional roadrunner), mountain lion (puma), Abert's squirrel, cliff chipmunk, rock squirrel, bats in the evening, bobcat, pronghorn antelope (mostly in grasslands on the drive up to the Canyon), and Arizona's State Mammal, the ringtail. There are 4 shrews, 22 bats, 3 rabbits, 14 sciurids (squirrels, chipmunks, prairie dogs), 2 gophers, 1 beaver, 26 mice and voles, 1 porcupine, 4 canids (dogs), rare black bears, 2 procyonids (raccoons and allies), 7 mustelids (weasels, skunks, allies), 2 cats, and most recently, javalina (collared peccary) have expanded their range to Grand Canyon. Visitors will see lizards and the occasional snake. The sight of a venomous reptile, especially the small, pink Grand Canyon rattlesnake, is rare but possible, especially on a hike to the river, 5,000 feet (1500 meters) below the rim.
Site Information
History and Use
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Areas of Interest
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Access and Facilities
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Contact Details
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External Links
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