Wildlife and nature in Alabama
Forests, rivers, wetlands, and Gulf Coast wildlife
Alabama blends forested hills, river systems, wetlands, and Gulf Coast habitats, giving families a mix of birdlife, freshwater nature, and coastal wildlife experiences across the state.
Sightings
143
Places
4
Species
35
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Latest Sightings
Recent sightings in Alabama
A recent look at wildlife sightings across Alabama.
Sightings Map
See where snaps are happening
Start wide, then zoom in to see how snaps spread across Alabama.
Places to Start
Parks, reserves, and local nature spots
Good starting points if you want to turn Alabama's guide into an actual day out.
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Birmingham Botanical Gardens
You might spot Common Eastern Bumble Bee and Eastern Carpenter Bee.
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Birmingham Zoo
You might spot Baja California Rat Snake and Blue-Faced Honeyeater.
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Montgomery Zoo
You might spot Lion, Komodo Dragon, and Common Ostrich.
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Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
You might spot Common Ostrich, Canis Lupus, and Yellow-Footed Tortoise.
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Popular Species
Popular species in Alabama
A quick look at the species showing up most often in sightings across Alabama.
Category Guides
Check out our category guides for Alabama
Browse birds, wildflowers, and bugs of Alabama.
Birds
Birding in Alabama
Browse birdlife, migration patterns, shoreline species, and the birds people are most likely to notice across Alabama.
34 Sightings17 Species
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Flowers
Flowers in Alabama
Follow native blooms, seasonal colour, and wildflower-rich places across Alabama.
2 Sightings2 Species
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Bugs
Bugs in Alabama
Focus on butterflies, bees, beetles, and other small species that make close-up exploring in Alabama feel richer.
47 Sightings3 Species
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