List of fauna of Utah
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The state of Utah is home to a diverse array of fauna, ranging from mammals and birds to reptiles and amphibians. This list provides an overview of some of the notable animal species found in Utah.
Mammals[edit | edit source]
Utah's varied landscapes, from deserts to mountains, support a wide range of mammalian species. Some of the notable mammals include:
- Rocky Mountain elk (Cervus canadensis)
- Mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus)
- American black bear (Ursus americanus)
- Mountain lion (Puma concolor)
- Pronghorn (Antilocapra americana)
- Utah prairie dog (Cynomys parvidens)
Birds[edit | edit source]
Utah is a haven for bird watchers, with numerous species inhabiting the state. Some of the notable birds include:
- California gull (Larus californicus)
- Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos)
- Peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus)
- Western meadowlark (Sturnella neglecta)
- American robin (Turdus migratorius)
- Mountain bluebird (Sialia currucoides)
Reptiles[edit | edit source]
The arid regions of Utah are home to a variety of reptilian species. Some of the notable reptiles include:
- Gila monster (Heloderma suspectum)
- Western rattlesnake (Crotalus oreganus)
- Desert tortoise (Gopherus agassizii)
- Collared lizard (Crotaphytus collaris)
- Great Basin gopher snake (Pituophis catenifer deserticola)
Amphibians[edit | edit source]
Despite its dry climate, Utah supports several amphibian species. Some of the notable amphibians include:
- Columbia spotted frog (Rana luteiventris)
- Tiger salamander (Ambystoma tigrinum)
- Great Basin spadefoot (Spea intermontana)
- Boreal chorus frog (Pseudacris maculata)
Fish[edit | edit source]
Utah's rivers, lakes, and reservoirs are home to a variety of fish species. Some of the notable fish include:
- Bonneville cutthroat trout (Oncorhynchus clarkii utah)
- Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
- Brown trout (Salmo trutta)
- Channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus)
- Utah sucker (Catostomus ardens)
Insects[edit | edit source]
Utah's diverse habitats support a wide range of insect species. Some of the notable insects include:
- Honey bee (Apis mellifera)
- Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus)
- Western tiger swallowtail (Papilio rutulus)
- Mormon cricket (Anabrus simplex)
- Tarantula hawk (Pepsis grossa)
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Flora of Utah
- Geography of Utah
- List of birds of Utah
- List of mammals of Utah
- List of reptiles of Utah
- List of amphibians of Utah
- List of fish of Utah
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