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    Alaska Wildlife is among the most abundant in the nation. Two-thirds of the acreage of the entire US National Park System is in Alaska. Alaska has abundant wildlife, spectacular scenery and native culture. The highest mountain in North America is Mt. McKinley, located in Denali National Park. The largest brown bear population density is in Katmai National Park. Both offer the best opportunities to photograph and view them. Alaska wildlife enthusiasts will be over whelmed about the great land called Alaska. Our Alaska wildlife includes the following plus many more species not listed.



The interior Alaska Brown Bear are known as the grizzly bear.
Click to enlarge The interior Alaska Brown Bear are known as the grizzly bear.

Brown Bear


    The bears range in color from blonde to dark brown depending on habitat. Coastal brown bears re referred to brown bears. The interior Alaska Brown Bear are known as the grizzly bear.








Alaskan Caribou (Rangifer tarandus) are distributed in 32 distinct herds. Preferring treeless tundra and mountains, these majestic even-toed ungulates, also known as reindeer, range through most of Alaska.
Click to enlarge Alaskan Caribou (Rangifer tarandus) are distributed in 32 distinct herds. Preferring treeless tundra and mountains, these majestic even-toed ungulates, also known as reindeer, range through most of Alaska.

Caribou


    They are a member of the deer family. Caribou are known to travel far in one year. They roam back and forth to various eating grounds.











Dall's sheep are found in Alaska, the Yukon, the western NWT and extreme north-western British Columbia. They are pure white with amber-coloured horns
Click to enlarge Dall's sheep are found in Alaska, the Yukon, the western NWT and extreme north-western British Columbia. They are pure white with amber-coloured horns

Dall Sheep


    Are found in the high country through out Alaska & acute's mountain ranges. Male rams are distinguished by large curling horns.











The bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalos)
Click to enlarge The bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalos)

Bald Eagles


    Is Alaska's most magnificent bird of prey. The bald eagles live near Alaska's waterways. They feed mostly on salmon. Alaska has the largest population of eagles in the nation.











The moose (Alces alces) is the largest member of the deer family
Click to enlarge The moose (Alces alces) is the largest member of the deer family

Moose


    Usually found in forested areas. They are great swimmers and can run up to 35 mph fast. Average life span of a moose is 8-12 years.











Tufted Puffins
Click to enlarge Tufted Puffins

Puffins


    There are two types of puffins in Alaska. You have the Horned Puffins and the Tufted Puffins. Both species can be found in the open seas of Alaska.



















Humpback whales grow to be about 52 feet (16 m) long, weighing 30-50 tons
Click to enlarge Humpback whales grow to be about 52 feet (16 m) long, weighing 30-50 tons

Humpback Whales


    Most humpbacks migrate during the winter months. They can be seen in many areas of southeast and south central Alaska.







Katmai National Park and Denali Park


    Alaska wildlife in Katmai National Park and Denali Park is some of the most prominent wildlife available to the public. If seeing Alaska wildlife is your focus let Alaska Adventures put a worldclass Alaska Wildlife tour together for you to the Alaska Peninsula during the month of July when the salmon runs are at it's highest and the bear activaty is non stop along with the Eagles and ospreys.
    Another popular attraction at Katmai National Park is the Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes. It is still a moonscape of ash and volcanic rock without a tree or shrub. For people who are true outdoorsman and love to hike, a trip to the valley may be for you or to Naknek Lake.
    Alaska Wildlife viewing in Denali National Park and Preserve is unmatched the home to abundant moose, caribou, dall sheep, grizzly bears, and wolves. Wildlife viewing, photography, backpacking, backcountry hiking and camping are other great ways to experience the park.
    Remember the animals you view may look sweet and cuddly, but they are still wild. while viewing Alaska Wildlife remember animals are always unpredictable. Please Keep your distance for the animals sake.



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