Learn About Wildlife and Wild Places!
Check out our featured species and habitats in our Wildlife Library and Wild Places. Also, don't miss more animal fun and articles from Ranger Rick and Ranger Rick Jr.
Wildlife Library
In the United States, there are over 230 amphibians, over 280 reptiles and approximately 800 species of fish.
Over 800 birds occur in the United States. Some live here year-round, others migrate to the United States seasonally, while others only stop in on their migratory routes to other countries.
There are over 140,000 invertebrates in the United States--a number that is growing as researchers identify more and more species.
The United States has over 410 mammal species. Of those mammals, over 80 species are listed on the Endangered Species List.
More than 16,000 native plant species inhabit the United States ranging from tiny wildflowers to the world’s tallest trees.
The United States is blessed with a great variety of awe-inspiring landscapes from coast to coast. The National Wildlife Federation is working to protect these extraordinary places that are critical to the survival of America's wildlife.
What Wildlife Have You Seen?
National Wildlife Federation's Wildlife Watch let's you report in about the wildlife and plants you observe where you live.
Recent Articles
- After sitting on the edge of extinction, North America’s smallest rabbit is taking short hops toward a rebound in Washington State.
- By helping birds, residents of cities and suburbs can contribute to conserving biodiversity.
- "This analysis fails in its review of climate impacts, threats to endangered wildlife like whooping cranes and woodland caribou, and the concerns of tribal communities."