Below you can find a complete list of North American animals. We currently track 480 animals in North-America and are adding more every day!
Mexico, the United States, and Canada may be the largest and most prominent countries in North America, but this continent — the third largest in the world — is home to 23 sovereign states and 23 non-sovereign territories that stretch all the way from Central America up through Greenland. The sheer scope of the continent means that practically any ecosystem on Earth can be found in North America — from the snowy tundras of Greenland to the tropics of Costa Rica. Deserts, forests, mountains, and everything in-between occupy this territory along with the rich variety of animals you’d expect to find.
While they may occupy opposite corners of North America, reindeer and spider monkeys technically share a continent. In the space between, jackrabbits and coyotes call the Mojave Desert home while alligators and beavers occupy the Okefenokee Swamp, and polar bears and moose stake their claims to Canada’s northernmost territory.
Over a hundred ecoregions have been identified in North America, and the result is an incredibly diverse spread of both human culture and animal species. But the fact that North America touches both the Pacific and Atlantic means that the marine diversity is just as broad. Creatures of the waters vary from the massive humpback whales that navigate North Atlantic waters to the manatees and dolphins that constitute just a fraction of the native wildlife in the Belize Barrier Reef.
The Official National Animal of North America
Since North America is a continent rather than a country, it doesn’t have an official national animal. But understanding the national animals of the three most populous countries can tell us a lot both about the character of North America and demonstrate some facts about the ecological diversity.
- The American bison was once driven nearly to the point of extinction, but it was designated as the national animal of the United States in 2016. It represents a path forward that’s built on healing the destruction in America’s past.
- The beaver became the official symbol of Canada in 1975. Beaver pelts served as a critical component of Canada’s economy in its early days as a colony — but the desire for fur nearly drove the local beaver population to extinction in much the same way as the American bison.
- The eagle that stands as Mexico’s national symbol is a reference to the past. The legend that the sight of an eagle eating a snake supposedly led the Aztec to choose the site of a major city, and it’s a symbol that’s carried on to modern day politics in Mexico.
Where To Find The Top Wild Animals in North America
North America is huge, and that means that we can’t even begin to cover the full scope of wildlife biodiversity in full, but national boundaries can help break the continent down into smaller pieces and identify the best places for wildlife.
The United States possesses the most biodiversity in North America, and you can come across most major ecosystems traveling from one end to another. The southeast is home to swamps, mountains, and plains — and you’ll find everything from crocodiles to pumas. The deserts of the southwest draw in wildlife like rattlesnakes and mammals like hares. The southwest and west coast tend to offer an especially high concentration of wildlife, as these regions are home to the largest number of national parks.
Canada sits to the north of the U.S., resulting in a generally cooler climate. There’s a great deal of snowy tundra with mammals like moose and polar bears, but more temperate forests and grassland exist as well. Canada shares a lot of wildlife with the Northern United States like snowshoe rabbits and raccoons.
Mexico’s proximity to the equator results in a hotter clime, with ecosystems ranging from lush rainforests to arid deserts. More exotic wildlife native to Mexico includes the anteater, armadillo, and the unique tamandua.
Desert tends to give way to broadleaf forests, jungles, and grassland as you head into Central America, but the countries here also offer some of the richest marine biodiversity in North America. The Caribbean Sea is home to the Belize Barrier Reef, which is renowned throughout the world for its collection of colorful fish, dolphins, and whale sharks. But you’ll find creatures like jaguars and howler monkeys within Central America’s interior.
- Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica
- Ambergris Caye, Belize
The Most Dangerous Animals In North America Today
While most wildlife native to North America won’t pose a threat to humans, fatalities from animal attacks aren’t unheard of. Here are facts and a list of the most dangerous animals that call North America home.
- Grizzly and polar bears live in very different climates, but they share a reputation for being the most aggressive and dangerous bears around.
- The swamps of the American Southeast are rife with alligators, but these dangerous ancestors of dinosaurs live throughout North America. Alligators have been reported as the cause of 21 deaths in the U.S. since 2000.
- White-tail deer aren’t a dangerous predator, but their involvement in traffic collisions makes them one of the most deadly animals to come in contact with. They’re the cause of roughly 1.3 million U.S. car accidents in a single year.
Endangered Animals In North America
Over 13,000 North American species are endangered. Here’s a list of the most notable.
- Red wolf — A nearly extinct species with only roughly 50 remaining members in the wild. Their last habitat is in North Carolina.
- Pygmy raccoon — A unique breed of raccoon that’s now extinct everywhere but on the Mexican island of Cozumel.
- California condor — The most unique quality of these birds is their 9.5 foot wingspan, but they’re nearly extinct thanks to a combination of poaching and habitat destruction.
North American Countries Animals Lists
Click any of the countries below to see a detailed list of animals located in that country!
North American Animals
Airedoodle
This is a great pooch for rough-housing and one-to-one.
Akita Shepherd
The Akita Shepherd descends from a lineage of working dogs.
Alaskan Husky
The Alaskan Husky is one of the most common sled dogs in the world
Alaskan Klee Kai
The Alaskan Klee Kai is very vocal and isn't shy when communicating with his family.
Alaskan Malamute
Often used as sled dogs!
Alaskan Shepherd
This dog’s Malamute ancestors once came to America across the Bering Strait.
Albatross
The largest wingspan of any bird in the world!
Alligator
They have two sets of eyelids!
Alligator Gar
The alligator gar has toxic eggs to protect against predators
Alpine Goat
Alpine goats are the most common type of goat used for milk, cheese, and other dairy products
Alusky
Alusky dogs are known for their sledding pulling skills.
American Bulldog
Can jump up to 6ft high!
American Cocker Spaniel
Merry, outgoing, and eager to please!
American Cockroach
Despite its name, actually originated from Africa and the Middle East
American Coonhound
Easygoing and people-friendly!
American Eskimo Dog
The American Eskimo has splendid all white fur and an upturned tail
American Foxhound
Sweet, kind, loyal, and very loving!
American Hairless Terrier
The American hairless terrier comes in two varieties with one having a very short coat.
American Leopard Hound
This breed is also known as the American Leopard Cur. The name was formally changed to American Leopard Hound in 2008.
American Pit Bull Terrier
These dogs are very energetic and would be up for a game at any given point of time
American Pygmy Goat
Can jump up to 5 feet
American Robin
The color “Robin egg blue” is named after the hue of their eggs.
American Staffordshire Terrier
Bred to be extremely friendly!
American Toad
They secrete a milky poisonous liquid that can make many animals sick.
American Water Spaniel
Friendly and intelligent!
Angora Goat
Each adult Angora goat produces about 12 inches of mohair annually while kids have about 8 inches.
Ant
First evolved 100 million years ago!
Antelope
Renew their horns every year!
Arctic Fox
Extremely thick winter fur!
Arctic Hare
Eats berries found in the snow!
Arctic Wolf
Incredibly versatile and adaptive!
Arizona Bark Scorpion
Under UV light they glow a bright blue or green, making them easy to spot.
Armadillo
Can curl into a hard, protective ball!
Armyworm
They are so named because they "march" in armies of worms from one crop to another in search of food
Aurochs
Extinct ancestor of all domesticated cattle!
Aussiedoodle
The breed has its own popular Instagram page (Aussiedoodles Daily)!
Aussiedor
Aussiedors come in black, brown, cream, yellow, and almost every imaginable color due to their parentage!
Australian Retriever
The Australian Retriever may have two different eye colors.
Australian Shepherd
Sweet, faithful and affectionate!
Avocet
Has a curved, upturned beak!
Balinese
Playful and energetic breed!
Banana Spider
People spin clothing and fishing nets out of these spiders’ silk.
Barn Owl
Found everywhere around the world!
Barn Swallow
Older offspring help care for new hatchlings.
Barred Owl
Like other owls, the barred owl swallows its prey whole.
Bassador
This dog is also known as a Bassetdor or a Basset Lab.
Bassetoodle
Basset hounds have been around since the 7th century, but the bassetoodle made its first appearance in the 2000s.
Bat
Detects prey using echolocation!
Bea-Tzu
The Bea-Tzu has a fast-growing coat
Beabull
An excellent companion for cats!
Beagador
Beagadors like to dig, so make sure your garden has a good fence around it.
Beagle Shepherd
This dog can perform a wide range of exotic and acrobatic tricks that are not expected of a dog this size.
Beago
Beagos are good swimmers like their Golden Retriever parent.
Bear
There are 8 different species!
Beaski
Beaskis love to play, so get ready to go on plenty of long walks.
Beaver
Builds a dam from sticks and leaves!
Beefalo
Beefalo meat is leaner and higher in protein than beef
Beetle
There are more than 350,000 different species
Bernese Shepherd
Bernese shepherds prefer cool climates
Bighorn Sheep
Bighorn rams can run at speeds up to 40 miles per hour when fighting for dominance.
Bird
Not all birds are able to fly!
Bison
Largest mammal in North America!
Black And Tan Coonhound
This dog has its own unique howl.
Black-Footed Ferret
Black footed ferrets are the only ones native to North America.
Black Wasp
The great black wasp is a species of digger wasp.
Black Widow Spider
They typically prey on insects!
Blister Beetle
Blister Beetles are attracted to lights at night.
Blue grosbeak
Blue grosbeak parents take off the head, legs and wings of an insect before feeding it to their baby.
Blue Jay
Blue jays rub ants on their feather to remove harmful acids
Blue Lacy Dog
Originated in Texas in the mid 1800s!
Bluetick Coonhound
Has an uncanny knack for problem-solving!
Bobcat
About double the size of a domestic cat!
Bobolink
In spring, the male bobolink is the only North American bird who is dark below and light colored above. This makes identification easy.
Boggle
Boggles at animal rescues are often mistaken for pitbulls because they have a similar facial structure.
Boglen Terrier
Boglen terriers are also occasionally known as boggles.
Bombay
Bred to look like a black panther!
Borador
Boradors make excellent police dogs and are used often on search and rescue missions.
Bordoodle
Bordoodles are much quieter than other Doodles and require far less exercise.
Borkie
Most Borkies inherit the signature howl of their Beagle parent.
Boston Terrier
Friendly, lovable and very strong!
Bowfin
The bowfin is a primitive fish that first evolved in the Jurassic
Box Turtle
This reptile has an S-shaped neck allowing it to pull its entire head into its shell.
Boxador
Boxadors are extremely smart and catch onto backyard games very quickly!
Boxerdoodle
The Boxerdoodle has a strong hunting dog lineage.
Boxsky
Boxers were bred to be working war dogs, and their boxsky descendants still love to help out on ranches and other outdoor jobs.
Boxweiler
Boxweilers come in a variety of colors, but they usually feature the subtle brindle pattern that their boxer parents are so famous for.
Boykin Spaniel
Enthusiastic working dog!
Brown Bear
A dominant predator in it's environment!
Brug
These small, confident dogs have no fear of approaching much larger dogs.
Bullfrog
Has loud cow-like calls!
Bumblebee
The most common species of bee!
Burrowing Owl
The burrowing owl lives in underground burrows
Butterfly
There are thought to be up 20,000 species!
Cactus Mouse
In hot temperatures, they lower their metabolism and become inactive to reduce the amount of water they need to survive
Camel Cricket
The camel crickets that are found in the USA are light brown in color. They also have dark streaks all over their body.
Camel Spider
Fast, carnivorous arachnid with a painful bite.
Canada Lynx
They have natural snowshoes
Canadian Horse
Canadian horses are believed to generate more power per pound of body weight than any other horse breed in the world.
Caribou
Males and females grow antlers
Carolina Dog
Wild dog breed discovered in the 1970s!
Carolina Parakeet
The Carolina parakeet is one of the few parrots that lived as far north as the United States
Carpenter Ant
Carpenter ants can lift up to seven times their own weight with their teeth!
Cashmere Goat
Cashmere goat are named after Kashmir regions of India and Pakistan
Cat
First domesticated by the Ancient Egyptians!
Catahoula Leopard
The state of Louisiana's only native dog breed
Caterpillar
The larvae of a moth or butterfly!
Catfish
There are nearly 3,000 different species!
Cavador
The Cavador is a good service dog.
Centipede
There are about 3,000 documented species!
Cheagle
Some Cheagles have an excellent sense of smell.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Bright and happy disposition!
Chickadee
Chickadees are named for the sound they make: Chick-a-dee-dee-dee-dee-dee!
Chicken
First domesticated more than 10,000 years ago!
Chinook
A calm and friendly breed!
Chipmunk
There are 25 different species!
Chipoo
The Chipoo was first bred in the 1970s
Chiweenie
Chiweenies travel especially well.
Chorkie
Chorkies are very fond of their owners and will love to sit in their laps for long amounts of time!
Chow Shepherd
The Chow Shepherd is also known as the Sheprachow.
Cicada
Cicadas have one of the longest insect lifespans
Cichlid
There are more than 2 000 known species!
Coati
Found in dense forests and wet jungles!
Cockapoo
Cockapoos became popular in the 1960s as a sweet, family dog.
Cockroach
Dated to be around 300 million years old!
Common House Spider
House spiders have the ability to eat most insects in a home.
Common Loon
Also known as the Great Northern Diver
Common Raven
A group of ravens is called an unkindness or a conspiracy.
Cooper’s Hawk
Eyes change color as they age
Corgidor
Corgidors are herding dogs that typically help out on cattle farms.
Corgipoo
These dogs are highly intelligent and are easy to train.
Corkie
One of the Corkie’s parent breeds, the Cocker Spaniel, was thought to have come over on the Mayflower.
Corman Shepherd
Corman Shepherds can be great watchdogs and are often very protective of their owners.
Cougar
Largest feline in North America
Cow
There are nearly 1.5 million worldwide!
Coyote
Also known as the Prairie Wolf!
Crab
There are 93 different crab groups
Crab Spider
Crab Spiders can mimic ants or bird droppings
Crane
Many are critically endangered species!
Crocodile
Have changed little in 200 million years!
Cross Fox
The cross fox’s tail is bushier than the tail of the average red fox
Dachsador
This hybrid dog is also known as a Doxador or a Weinerdor.
Dalmadoodle
Dalmatians were originally bred to run alongside carriages, and their dalmadoodle descendents have the same long legs and high energy.
Dalmador
Dalmador breeding skyrocketed after the 16 release of the live-action 101 Dalmatians movie.
Deer
There are around 40 different species!
Desert Tortoise
Lives in burrows underground!
Dog
First domesticated in South-East Asia!
Donkey
First domesticated 5,000 years ago!
Dorkie
Dorkies are so laid-back they sometimes need extra incentive to exercise each day.
Double Doodle
Exact origin unknown.
Doxiepoo
Doxiepoos are an unpredictable breed that can come in a variety of appearances and sizes.
Doxle
Doxles have long floppy ears
Dragonfly
It's larvae are carnivorous!
Duck
Rows of tiny plates line their teeth!
Dung Beetle
The dung beetle can push objects many times its own weight
Eagle
Has exceptional eyesight!
Earthworm
They are hermaphrodites, which means they have male and female organs
Earwig
There are nearly 2,000 different species!
Eastern Bluebird
Bluebirds drop straight down on their prey from their perch, much like leopards.
Eastern Fence Lizard
Females are usually larger than males.
Eastern Phoebe
This passerine bird can sing its song without ever hearing another bird vocalize first.
Eel
Eels can be a mere few inches long to 13 feet!
Elk
Adult males can jump eight feet vertically
English Shepherd
Highly intelligent and independent!
Ermine
A very bold and ferocious predator!
Eskimo Dog
Takes pure delight in cold weather!
Eskipoo
Eskipoos are called pookimos by the American Canine Hybrid Club, Designer Dogs Kennel Club, and Designer Breed Registry.
Falcon
The fastest creatures on the planet!
Fallow deer
The fallow deer has more variation in its coat colors than most other deer.
False Widow Spider
False spiders actually prey on black widow spiders and other hazardous spiders
Feist
The word feisty derived from this type of dog.
Ferruginous Hawk
The ferruginous hawk comes in both light and dark morphs
Fiddler Crab
The fiddler crab gets its name from the motion the males make with their over-sized claw during the mating ritual.
Fisher Cat
The fisher is an agile climber and makes its home in tree hollows
Flamingo
Sleeps on just one leg!
Florida Gar
The Florida gar has toxic eggs to protect against predators
Florida Panther
Florida panthers can leap more than 4.5 meters (15 feet) in the air.
Flowerhorn Fish
The Flowerhorn fish is an artificial species; it does not exist naturally
Fly
There are more than 240,000 different species!
Flying Squirrel
Can glide up to 90 meters!
Fox
There are 12 different species in the world!
Frenchton
Loyal small dogs, the Frenchton will keep you warm at night with loving cuddles, but also awake with their funny loud snoring!
Frengle
Frengles have a haunting howl very similar to their Beagle parent.
Frog
There are around 7,000 different species!
Gar
Can grow to more than 3m long!
Gerberian Shepsky
German Shepherds, Siberian Huskies, and Gerberian Shepskies are all popular choices for police dogs.
German Sheppit
The German Sheppit is well-suited for guarding and police work.
German Sheprador
There is a chance that the German Sheprador may inherit a love for water from its parent.
Giant Salamander
Cryptobranchus giant salamanders breathe mostly through their skin.
Giant Schnoodle
Both parents of the Giant Schnoodle are hypoallergenic, making this one of the Doodle breeds that's safest for dander-sensitive owners.
Gila Monster
It's tail acts as a fat storage facility!
Glass Lizard
Can grow up to 4ft long!
Glechon
Glechons are talented in the area of search and rescue, as their sense of smell makes them great at tracking.
Glow Worm
Found inhabiting dense woodland and caves!
Goberian
These dogs are great around children and are very playful around them.
Goldador
Goldadors were not intentionally bred until the early 2000s!
Golden Dox
Golden doxes don't have to be tiny. This breed looks different depending on whether the mix includes a regular dachshund or the mini version of the species.
Golden Newfie
These dogs love to swim and instinctively know how to swim.
Golden Pyrenees
Golden Pyrenees make great therapy dogs due to their intelligence and gentle nature.
Golden Saint
Golden saints come in all kinds of colors. You can find them in tan, chocolate, yellow, brindled, spotted, and almost any other pattern you can think of.
Golden Shepherd
The Golden Shepherds were first recognized by the International Designer Canine Registry in 2009.
Goldendoodle
Due to their breeding, no two Goldendoodles are alike.
Goose
There are 29 different species!
Gopher
They dig large networks of tunnels!
Gopher Tortoise
It is the only species of tortoise native to Florida.
Grasshopper
There are 11,000 known species!
Grasshopper Mouse
The grasshopper mice attack predators using the poison of their venom.
Gray Fox
The gray fox has retractable claws and a rotating wrist that allow it to climb trees with some proficiency
Gray Tree Frog
Survives freezing temperatures by producing glycerol and maintaining slower metabolic processes
Great Blue Heron
Their wingspan is larger than an eagle’s; both males and females help hatch the eggs; rich in symbolism
Great Danoodle
Both Great Danes and Poodles are in the top 15 most popular AKC breeds - which makes Great Danoodles a shoo-in for popularity.
Green Anole
It communicates with head movements, color and dewlap
Green Frog
Green frogs will eat any animal that they can fit in their mouth.
Green Tree Frog
Green tree frogs breathe through their skin
Greenland Dog
Strong and speedy breed of dog!
Griffonshire
Griffonshires are so little they are easily mistaken for puppies throughout their lives.
Grizzly Bear
Less than 10% make it into adulthood
Groundhog (Woodchuck)
They whistle to each other to warn of approaching danger!
Hamster
Able to run as quickly backwards as forwards!
Hare
Can reach speeds of over 40 mph!
Havashire
Both of the Havashire’s parent breeds were very popular among the upper classes.
Hawaiian Monk Seal
Hawaiian name is "Ilio-holo-i-ka-uaua," meaning "the dog which runs in rough waters.
Heron
Inhabits wetlands around the world!
Highland Cattle
Natively found in the Scottish Highlands!
Himalayan
Also known as the Colourpoint Persian!
Hoary Bat
The hoary bat travels hundreds of miles south for the winter
Honey Bee
There are only 8 recognized species!
Hooded Seal
Hooded seal pups are called bluebacks because the color of the fur on their back is blue-gray. This pretty color made people want to make fur coats out of them and made them a target for hunters.
Horgi
Horgis have a silly side and love to be the center of attention.
Horned Lizard
The horned lizards are able to squirt blood from their eyes.
Horse
Has evolved over 50 million years!
Horsefly
Horseflies have been seen performing Immelmann turns, much like fighter jets.
Horseshoe Crab
Changed little in over 500 million years!
House Finch
The house finch can become redder depending on what it eats
House wren
The wren’s epithet, aedon, comes from a Greek queen who accidentally killed her only son. She was actually aiming for her nephew, and Zeus took pity on her and turned her into a nightingale.
Human
Thought to have orignated 200,000 years ago!
Hummingbird
Beat their wings up to 80 times per second!
Huntsman Spider
Some huntsman spiders have an interesting way of moving around. Some cartwheel while others do handsprings or backflips.
Huskador
Huskadors are gaining in popularity as service dogs.
Huskita
Huskitas prefer a consistent daily routine with lots of activity.
Husky Jack
Due to the mix of genes, a Husky Jack’s coat may be a variety of colors including black, gray, white, red, sable, or mixed colors.
Huskydoodle
Huskydoodles are known for their jumping abilities!
Ibex
Can jump over 6 feet straight up from a standstill
Imperial Moth
Since the imperial moth doesn’t eat, it does die shortly after it lays its eggs. Its lifespan is only about one week.
Insects
There are an estimated 30 million species!
Ivory-billed woodpecker
The ivory-billed woodpecker can drill into wood with its sharp beak
Jackabee
The Jackabee has an excellent sense of smell.
Jackson’s Chameleon
Have jousting battles with their horns.
Japanese Beetle
Can clear an entire fruit tree in 15 minutes in a swarm
Javanese
Features that closely resemble a Siamese cat!
Kangaroo Rat
Merriam’s kangaroo rats literally never have to drink water
Key Deer
Bucks grow new antlers every year.
Kiko Goat
Kiko goats breed year-round, and they are not good at defending themselves.
Kinder Goat
Best jumper of all goats
King Shepherd
This hybrid breed is the largest among the shepherd class.
Kingfisher
Inhabits wetlands and woodlands worldwide!
Labahoula
The AKC does not recognize this breed or the parent breed Catahoula
Labradane
Labradanes can come with both sold-color coats and the more exciting patterns that you typically see on Great Danes.
Labraheeler
These dogs have medium-sized pendant ears.
Ladybug
There are more than 5,000 species worldwide!
LaMancha Goat
Have tiny ears named “gophers” or “elves”
Lemming
Does not hibernate during the bitter Arctic winter!
Leopard Frog
They can jump up to three feet
Lhasapoo
A Lhasapoo’s coat can be curly like a poodle’s or long and silky like a Lhasa Apso’s.
Liger
The offspring of a lion and tiger parents!
Little Brown Bat
The little brown bat uses echolocation to quickly navigate around its environment
Lizard
There are around 5,000 different species!
Loach
Have sharp spines below their eyes
Long-Eared Owl
Ear tufts make it look bigger!
Longnose Gar
The longnose gar species of the gar family has potentially existed for 100 million years.
Lynx
Live in dens in rocks and under ledges!
Mackenzie Wolf
Will travel up to 70 miles in a single day.
Maine Coon
Folklore says it's half cat, half raccoon!
Mallard
With an appropriate tail wind, the mallard can travel hundreds of miles a day
Malteagle
Malteagles are one of the smallest beagle hybrids and love to follow their owners everywhere.
Marble Fox
The marble fox is not a naturally occurring variant; it was created through artificial selection.
Marmot
A marmot spends 80% of its life below ground
Mastador
The Mastador gets its enormous size from its Mastiff parent
Mayfly
There are 2,500 known species worldwide!
Meagle
The Meagle has an incredible sense of smell.
Mealybug
They have a symbiotic relationship with ants.
Mexican Free-Tailed Bat
Some colonies have millions of bats
Mexican Mole Lizard
They can break off part of their tail, but it will not grow back.
Miki
They can be trained to use the litter box like a cat!
Millipede
Some species have a poisonous bite!
Mini Labradoodle
The first mini labradoodle was bred in the early 1990s - almost immediately after standard labradoodles became popular.
Miniature Husky
The Miniature Husky has a double coat that it sheds twice annually. Also, some people confuse them with Alaskan Klee Kai, which have similar blue eyes.
Mink
The mink can swim up to 100 feet underwater.
Mississippi Kite
The Mississippi kite tends to form a monogamous pair bond for life
Mole
Primarily hunts and feeds on Earthworms!
Mole Cricket
Adult Mole crickets may fly as far as 5 miles during mating season and are active most of the year.
Monarch Butterfly
During migration, Monarch Butterflies may travel 250 or more miles each day.
Mongrel
Has characteristics of two or more breeds!
Moorhen
Feeds on aquatic insects and water-spiders!
Moose
Renews it's enormous antlers every year!
Morkie
A Morkie puppy can weigh as little as 4 ounces.
Moth
There are 250,000 different species!
Mountain Bluebird
Depending on the time of the year, the mountain bird can live as far north as Alaska.
Mountain Feist
Mountain Feists were bred in the southern United States as a dog that could help with hunting small game.
Mountain Lion
Has no real natural predators!
Mourning Dove
It is almost always the male who makes the famous sad sound, which is a wooing call
Mouse
Found on every continent on Earth!
Mudpuppy
Mudpuppies never leave their larval stage. This is called neoteny.
Mule
The offspring of a horse and donkey parents!
Muskox
Muskox have several physical characteristics that allow them to survive in the Arctic climate.
Muskrat
The muskrat can stay underwater up to 17 minutes at a time
Myna Bird
For a nice price, the mynah bird makes a good pet.
Newfoundland
Introduced by Vikings more than 1,000 years ago!
Newfypoo
Newfypoos have a thick oily coat that can be hard to groom.
Newt
Able to regrow lost or damaged limbs!
Nigerian Goat
Produces a lot of milk for its small size
No See Ums
There are more than 5,000 species.
North American Black Bear
Short claws make them good tree climbers!
Northern Alligator Lizard
Unlike other lizards, these give livebirth to their young
Northern Cardinal
Males are a bright red color, also called "cardinal red"
Norwich Terrier
Though Norwich terriers are small, they have a reputation for being feisty.
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
The Toller is one of only two breeds that hunters use as decoys while hunting.
Nubian Goat
The Nubian is a relatively large, proud, and graceful dairy goat that traces its ancestry to India and Egypt.
Opossum
Thought to be immune to certain snake venom!
Orb Weaver
Females are about four times the size of males
Oscar Fish
The Oscar fish has teeth in its throat!
Otter
There are 13 different species worldwide
Paddlefish
Paddlefish have existed since the Cretaceous Period
Painted Turtle
Male painted turtles have longer nails.
Panther
Prefers to hunt at night than during the day!
Parakeet
Monk parakeets are the only parakeets that actually build nests. They’re also the only parakeets to nest in great colonies.
Peagle
Peagles enjoy being the center of attention. This can make them a very entertaining breed to own.
Peregrine Falcon
Fastest animal on Earth
Petite Goldendoodle
Like their purebred parents, these dogs love the water!
Pheasant
Females lay between 8 and 12 eggs per clutch!
Pig
Thought to have been domesticated in 9,000 BC!
Pigeon
They can find their way back to their nests from up to 1300 miles away.
Pika
Found in mountainous regions and rocky areas
Pike Fish
Apex freshwater predators with fearsome teeth!
Pileated Woodpecker
Pairs establish territories and remain all year
Pine Marten
A pine marten can jump from tree to tree similar to a squirrel.
Pitador
There are several names for this breed, including the Labrabull or the Pitador Retriever.
Pitsky
Most Pitskies will do best as the only pet in a home. They may become aggressive with other dogs (especially two unneutered male dogs) and could try to chase or catch small pets due to their higher prey drive.
Polar Bear
Could be extinct within the next 30 years!
Polyphemus moth
The Polyphemus moth doesn’t eat.
Pomchi
A deliberate cross like the Pomchi is commonly referred to as a designer dog
Pomeagle
Pomeagles are sweet and fun dogs that like to spend time exploring their environment.
Pomsky
The howls and barks of a Pomsky can sound like singing
Poogle
The Poogle is one of 40 different doodle dog breeds (poodle mixes).
Porcupine
There are 30 different species worldwide!
Porpoise
Surprisingly, not a dolphin!
Prairie Dog
Prairie dog “towns” can consists of hundreds of individuals
Prairie Rattlesnake
The striking distance of a prairie rattlesnake is 2/3rds the length of its body.
Pronghorn
While pronghorns are the fastest runner of any Western Hemisphere land animal, they are not good jumpers.
Puffin
Can remain in the water for up to 2 minutes!
Pugapoo
The pugapoo is the fusion of a pug and a poodle.
Puggle
These dogs are active and are often patient around children.
Pugshire
With their incredible desire to show affection, Pugshire make great lap dogs.
Puma
Has longer back legs than front legs!
Purple Finch
The intensity of the plumage can change based on what the bird eats
Pygora Goat
The Pygora goat is exclusively bred for their fleece, and they produce three different kinds.
Pyrador
Most popular as a companion pet
Pyredoodle
Pyredoodles can have a thick double coat or a thinner single coat.
Quail
Inhabits woodland and forest areas worldwide!
Rabbit
There are more than 50 different species!
Raccoon
Known to wash their food before eating it!
Ragdoll
One of the larger breeds of domestic cat!
Raggle
Raggles are known for their energy and curiosity.
Rat
Omnivores that eat anything!
Rat Terrier
Rat terriers were popular with farmers before 1930 because of their ability to kill rodents.
Rattlesnake
It's venom digests it's prey before it even swallows it!
Red Finch
Red finches can form flocks of over 100 birds.
Red Fox
The red fox actually has many different variations of fur, including silver and brown.
Red Squirrel
The red squirrel has one of the most impressive memories in the entire animal kingdom
Red-winged blackbird
The male red-winged blackbird can sing to attract mates
Red Wolf
Only 100 in the wild!
Redbone Coonhound
Originally bred to track raccoons.
Reindeer
Also known as the Caribou
River Turtle
Inhabits freshwater habitats around the world!
Robin
There are more than 45 species in Australia alone!
Rodents
The capybara, the world’s largest rodent, likes to be in and around bodies of water. Because of this, the Catholic Church in South America decided that it was a fish, and people were allowed to eat it during Lent and First Fridays.
Rose-breasted Grosbeak
Rose-breasted grosbeaks are closely related to cardinals
Roseate Spoonbill
The only Spoonbill in the western hemisphere!
Rottsky
Many Rottskies have one brown eye and one blue eye.
Ruby-Throated Hummingbird
Ruby-throated hummingbirds can beat their wings more than 50 times per second.
Saber-Toothed Tiger
Canines up to 7 inches long!
Saint Shepherd
These dogs have an eager-to-please attitude, making them sweet and happy pets.
Salamander
There are more than 700 different species!
Salmon
Returns upstream every year to spawn
Savanna Goat
Savanna goats have only existed since 1957.
Schneagle
This hybrid dog is a great companion and doesn’t do well being left alone but is suitable for apartments or houses with backyards!
Scorpion
There are around 2,000 known species!
Sea Eagle
The sea eagle tends to mate for life with a single partner
Seahorse
Males give birth to up to 1,000 offspring!
Sharp-Tailed Snake
This snake uses its sharp tail to steady itself when capturing prey.
Sheep
Around 35 million in the English countryside!
Shepadoodle
Some police officers with allergies use Shepadoodles as their K-9 partner
Shepkita
These dogs can sometimes be overly aggressive.
Shepweiler
The Shepweiler is an excellent guard dog.
Shollie
Shollies are a fairly new type of crossbreed!
Shrimp
There are 2,000 different species worldwide!
Siberian Husky
Is adequately warm in sub-zero temperatures!
Siberian Retriever
Many husky Labs have one blue eye and one brown eye.
Siberpoo
Although a lack of documentation makes it unclear, the first Siberpoo was probably bred in either the 1970s or 1980s.
Silver Labrador
The Labrador is the most popular breed in the United States and most of these dogs have blue eyes at a young age, before they turn another color.
Skink Lizard
Some skinks lay eggs in some habitats while giving birth to skinklets in other habitats.
Skunk
Also known as the Polecat!
Slug
They glide around on one foot, which is aided by the slime they produce
Snail
There are nearly 1,000 different species!
Snake
There are around 3,000 known species worldwide
Snapping Turtle
Only found in North America!
Snorkie
Snorkies are known for their funny, attention-getting antics.
Snowshoe
Thought to have originated in the 1960s!
Snowshoe Hare
An adult snowshoe hare can cover ten feet in a single jump.
Snowy Owl
One of the largest owl species in the world!
Somali
Active, intelligent and playful!
Spadefoot Toad
They spend most of their time underground!
Spanador
The Spanador is a good swimmer.
Spanish Goat
They have long, horizontal ears.
Sparrow
There are 140 different species!
Spider Wasp
They prey on spiders to feed their larvae or they parasitize other spider wasps.
Spotted Gar
They are commonly mistaken as logs in the water due to their cylindrical body.
Spotted Lanternfly
The spotted lanternfly is often confused for a moth, but it’s actually a type of planthopper
Springador
The parental stock Labrador Retriever was nearly wiped out by home country tax policies but the breed found rescue and recovery in foreign lands, particularly in Great Britain.
Squirrel
Small rodents found in woodlands worldwide!
Stag Beetle
The stag beetle consumes rotting and decaying wood when it is in the larva stage.
Star-nosed mole
The star-nosed mole has the ability to sense both electrical fields and ground vibrations
Stick Insect
There are more than 3,000 different species!
Stoat
Average adults weigh about 200 grams!
Swan
Populations have been affected by pollution!
Taco Terrier
Taco terriers are known by a variety of names, including the Chitoxy Toy and the Chiwoxy.
Tarantula Hawk
Tarantula hawks are excellent pollinators, especially for milkweed.
Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Often just called 'Teddies' by owners
Termite
Their mounds can be up to 9 meters tall!
Terrier
Terriers were once the greatest dogs in the world.
Texas Heeler
Though they are loyal to their family, these dogs can be shy around strangers.
Thrush
The American robin is called the robin because its red breast reminded European settlers of the robin back in the old country.
Tiffany
Eye color intensifies with age!
Tiger Beetle
The adult tiger beetle is one of the fastest land insects in the world
Tiger Moth
The bright colors of this moth are a signal to predators that it has a terrible taste.
Tiger Salamander
Found across the North American wetlands!
Torkie
The Torkie has a soft silky coat
Tortoise
Can live until they are more than 150 years old!
Toy Fox Terrier
Hunters still use the toy fox to go into a fox's den and flush the animal out.
Tree Frog
Found in warmer jungles and forests!
Tree swallow
The tree swallow can make more than a dozen distinct vocalizations
Treeing Tennessee Brindle
Coarse baying cries during the hunt changes at the tree
Treeing Walker Coonhound
The breed has several distinctive vocalizations, such as a long, yodeling call when he is on the hunt, and a short repeating bark once he trees his prey. Whining is normal as he anticipates the hunt.
Turtles
Some species of aquatic turtles can get up to 70 percent of their oxygen through their butt.
Vaquita
Smallest cetacean in the ocean
Vinegaroon
Vinegaroons can spray 19 times before the glands are depleted
Virgin Islands Dwarf Gecko
The Virgin Islands dwarf gecko is among the smallest reptiles in the world
Vulture
There are 30 different species worldwide!
Walleye Fish
Has great night vision
Wasp
There are around 75,000 recognised species!
Water Buffalo
Has been domesticated for thousands of years!
Weasel
The smallest carnivorous mammal in the world!
Weimardoodle
This dog is also known as the Weimarpoo, the Weimaranerpoo, and the Weimaranerdoodle.
Westiepoo
This dog is known for cocking its head in a curious manner when listening to its owner.
White Butterfly
This butterfly determines the smell and taste of a flower with its feet.
White-tail deer
White-tail deer are good swimmers
White-Tailed Eagle
It is one of the biggest birds of prey.
Whoodle
Whoodles are good swimmers
Whooping Crane
This species is named after the loud whooping sound it makes
Wolf
Thought to date back more than 300,000 years!
Wolf Spider
Carnivorous arachnid that hunts its prey.
Wolverine
Releases a strong smelling musk in defence!
Wood Bison
The reintroduction of wood bison into Alaska is considered one of the world’s best conservation success stories.
Wood Frog
The wood frog lives the furthest north of any other North American amphibian including in the Arctic Circle.
Wood Turtle
Temperature determines the sex of turtle eggs
Woodlouse
This animal can roll up into a ball
Woodlouse Spider
Unlike most spiders, woodlouse spiders don’t build a web.
Woodpecker
There are 200 different species!
Yellow Sac Spider
Primarily Carnivorous, but sometimes snacks on nectar.
Yoranian
These dogs are very intelligent and are great with children.
Yorkie Bichon
Yorkie Bichons can come in a wide range of colors including black, white, blonde, gray, golden, or dark brown.
Yorkie Poo
The Yorkie-Poo originated from the hybrid poodle phase of the late 20th century
Zebra Mussels
A female zebra mussel can deposit 30,000 to 1,000,000 eggs each year!
Zorse
The offspring of a Zebra and Horse parents!
Zuchon
The breed often changes colors throughout its life, with its puppy coat becoming lighter over the first few years of life, then darkening as he ages.
North American Animals List
- Airedoodle
- Akita Shepherd
- Alaskan Husky
- Alaskan Klee Kai
- Alaskan Malamute
- Alaskan Shepherd
- Albatross
- Alligator
- Alligator Gar
- Alpine Goat
- Alusky
- American Alsatian
- American Bulldog
- American Cocker Spaniel
- American Cockroach
- American Coonhound
- American Eskimo Dog
- American Foxhound
- American Hairless Terrier
- American Leopard Hound
- American Pit Bull Terrier
- American Pygmy Goat
- American Robin
- American Staffordshire Terrier
- American Toad
- American Water Spaniel
- Angora Goat
- Ant
- Antelope
- Arctic Fox
- Arctic Hare
- Arctic Wolf
- Arizona Bark Scorpion
- Armadillo
- Armyworm
- Aurochs
- Aussiedoodle
- Aussiedor
- Australian Retriever
- Australian Shepherd
- Avocet
- Balinese
- Banana Spider
- Barn Owl
- Barn Swallow
- Barred Owl
- Bassador
- Bassetoodle
- Bat
- Bea-Tzu
- Beabull
- Beagador
- Beagle Shepherd
- Beago
- Bear
- Beaski
- Beaver
- Beefalo
- Beetle
- Bernese Shepherd
- Bighorn Sheep
- Bird
- Bison
- Black And Tan Coonhound
- Black-Footed Ferret
- Black Wasp
- Black Widow Spider
- Blister Beetle
- Blue grosbeak
- Blue Jay
- Blue Lacy Dog
- Bluetick Coonhound
- Bobcat
- Bobolink
- Boggle
- Boglen Terrier
- Bombay
- Borador
- Bordoodle
- Borkie
- Boston Terrier
- Bowfin
- Box Turtle
- Boxador
- Boxerdoodle
- Boxsky
- Boxweiler
- Boykin Spaniel
- Brown Bear
- Brug
- Bullfrog
- Bumblebee
- Burrowing Owl
- Butterfly
- Cactus Mouse
- Camel Cricket
- Camel Spider
- Canada Lynx
- Canadian Eskimo Dog
- Canadian Horse
- Caribou
- Carolina Dog
- Carolina Parakeet
- Carpenter Ant
- Cashmere Goat
- Cat
- Catahoula Leopard
- Caterpillar
- Catfish
- Cavador
- Centipede
- Cheagle
- Chesapeake Bay Retriever
- Chickadee
- Chicken
- Chinook
- Chipmunk
- Chipoo
- Chiweenie
- Chorkie
- Chow Shepherd
- Cicada
- Cichlid
- Coati
- Cockapoo
- Cockroach
- Common House Spider
- Common Loon
- Common Raven
- Cooper’s Hawk
- Corgidor
- Corgipoo
- Corkie
- Corman Shepherd
- Cougar
- Cow
- Coyote
- Crab
- Crab Spider
- Crane
- Crocodile
- Cross Fox
- Dachsador
- Dalmadoodle
- Dalmador
- Deer
- Desert Tortoise
- Dog
- Donkey
- Dorkie
- Double Doodle
- Doxiepoo
- Doxle
- Dragonfly
- Duck
- Dung Beetle
- Eagle
- Earthworm
- Earwig
- Eastern Bluebird
- Eastern Fence Lizard
- Eastern Phoebe
- Eel
- Elk
- English Shepherd
- Ermine
- Eskimo Dog
- Eskipoo
- Falcon
- Fallow deer
- False Widow Spider
- Feist
- Ferruginous Hawk
- Fiddler Crab
- Fisher Cat
- Flamingo
- Florida Gar
- Florida Panther
- Flowerhorn Fish
- Fly
- Flying Squirrel
- Fox
- Frenchton
- Frengle
- Frog
- Gar
- Gerberian Shepsky
- German Sheppit
- German Sheprador
- Giant Salamander
- Giant Schnoodle
- Gila Monster
- Glass Lizard
- Glechon
- Glow Worm
- Goberian
- Goldador
- Golden Dox
- Golden Newfie
- Golden Pyrenees
- Golden Saint
- Golden Shepherd
- Goldendoodle
- Goose
- Gopher
- Gopher Tortoise
- Grasshopper
- Grasshopper Mouse
- Gray Fox
- Gray Tree Frog
- Great Blue Heron
- Great Danoodle
- Green Anole
- Green Frog
- Green Tree Frog
- Greenland Dog
- Griffonshire
- Grizzly Bear
- Groundhog (Woodchuck)
- Hamster
- Hare
- Havashire
- Hawaiian Monk Seal
- Heron
- Highland Cattle
- Himalayan
- Hoary Bat
- Honey Bee
- Hooded Seal
- Horgi
- Horned Lizard
- Horse
- Horsefly
- Horseshoe Crab
- House Finch
- House wren
- Human
- Hummingbird
- Huntsman Spider
- Huskador
- Huskita
- Husky Jack
- Huskydoodle
- Ibex
- Imperial Moth
- Insects
- Ivory-billed woodpecker
- Jackabee
- Jackson’s Chameleon
- Japanese Beetle
- Javanese
- Kangaroo Rat
- Key Deer
- Kiko Goat
- Kinder Goat
- King Shepherd
- Kingfisher
- Labahoula
- Labradane
- Labraheeler
- Ladybug
- LaMancha Goat
- Lemming
- Leopard Frog
- Lhasapoo
- Liger
- Little Brown Bat
- Lizard
- Loach
- Long-Eared Owl
- Longnose Gar
- Lynx
- Mackenzie Wolf
- Maine Coon
- Mallard
- Malteagle
- Marble Fox
- Marmot
- Mastador
- Mayfly
- Meagle
- Mealybug
- Mexican Free-Tailed Bat
- Mexican Mole Lizard
- Miki
- Millipede
- Mini Labradoodle
- Miniature Husky
- Mink
- Mississippi Kite
- Mole
- Mole Cricket
- Monarch Butterfly
- Mongrel
- Moorhen
- Moose
- Morkie
- Moth
- Mountain Bluebird
- Mountain Cur
- Mountain Feist
- Mountain Lion
- Mourning Dove
- Mouse
- Mudpuppy
- Mule
- Muskox
- Muskrat
- Myna Bird
- Newfoundland
- Newfypoo
- Newt
- Nigerian Goat
- No See Ums
- North American Black Bear
- Northern Alligator Lizard
- Northern Cardinal
- Norwich Terrier
- Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
- Nubian Goat
- Opossum
- Orb Weaver
- Oscar Fish
- Otter
- Paddlefish
- Painted Turtle
- Panther
- Parakeet
- Peagle
- Peregrine Falcon
- Petite Goldendoodle
- Pheasant
- Pig
- Pigeon
- Pika
- Pike Fish
- Pileated Woodpecker
- Pine Marten
- Pitador
- Pitsky
- Polar Bear
- Polyphemus moth
- Pomchi
- Pomeagle
- Pomsky
- Poogle
- Porcupine
- Porpoise
- Prairie Dog
- Prairie Rattlesnake
- Pronghorn
- Puffin
- Pugapoo
- Puggle
- Pugshire
- Puma
- Purple Finch
- Pygora Goat
- Pyrador
- Pyredoodle
- Quail
- Rabbit
- Raccoon
- Ragdoll
- Raggle
- Rat
- Rat Terrier
- Rattlesnake
- Red Finch
- Red Fox
- Red Squirrel
- Red-winged blackbird
- Red Wolf
- Redbone Coonhound
- Reindeer
- River Turtle
- Robin
- Rodents
- Rose-breasted Grosbeak
- Roseate Spoonbill
- Rottsky
- Ruby-Throated Hummingbird
- Saber-Toothed Tiger
- Saint Shepherd
- Salamander
- Salmon
- Savanna Goat
- Schneagle
- Scorpion
- Sea Eagle
- Seahorse
- Sharp-Tailed Snake
- Sheep
- Shepadoodle
- Shepkita
- Shepweiler
- Shih Poo
- Shollie
- Shrimp
- Siberian Husky
- Siberian Retriever
- Siberpoo
- Silver Labrador
- Skink Lizard
- Skunk
- Slug
- Snail
- Snake
- Snapping Turtle
- Snorkie
- Snowshoe
- Snowshoe Hare
- Snowy Owl
- Somali
- Spadefoot Toad
- Spanador
- Spanish Goat
- Sparrow
- Spider Wasp
- Spotted Gar
- Spotted Lanternfly
- Springador
- Springerdoodle
- Squirrel
- Stag Beetle
- Star-nosed mole
- Stick Insect
- Stoat
- Swan
- Taco Terrier
- Tarantula Hawk
- Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
- Termite
- Terrier
- Texas Heeler
- Thrush
- Tiffany
- Tiger Beetle
- Tiger Moth
- Tiger Salamander
- Torkie
- Tortoise
- Toy Fox Terrier
- Tree Frog
- Tree swallow
- Treeing Tennessee Brindle
- Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Turkey
- Turtles
- Vaquita
- Vinegaroon
- Virgin Islands Dwarf Gecko
- Vulture
- Walleye Fish
- Wasp
- Water Buffalo
- Weasel
- Weimardoodle
- Westiepoo
- White Butterfly
- White-tail deer
- White-Tailed Eagle
- Whoodle
- Whooping Crane
- Wolf
- Wolf Spider
- Wolverine
- Wood Bison
- Wood Frog
- Wood Turtle
- Woodlouse
- Woodlouse Spider
- Woodpecker
- Yellow Sac Spider
- Yoranian
- Yorkie Bichon
- Yorkie Poo
- Zebra Mussels
- Zorse
- Zuchon
Animals in North-America FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
What animals are only found in North America?
There are numerous species unique to the United States. More prominent species include the American black bear, the gila monster, and the bald eagle.
What are the Big 5 Animals of North America?
The Big 5 animals of North America for hunting include the grizzly bear, moose, bison, gray wolf, and polar bear.
Which animal is the king of North America?
While facts alone can’t crown the king of North America, it’s a title often given to the unique American bison found in North American grassland. While it’s no longer critically endangered, this big grazer is still a threatened species.
What North American animals hibernate?
Numerous North American animals hibernate, including mammals like bears and chipmunks, as well as insects like bumblebees.
What animals live in the North American desert?
The list of animals that live in the North American desert would be long, but notable wildlife includes prairie dogs, rattlesnakes, and even wild jaguars.
