Wildlife and nature in Minnesota
Lakes, forests, prairies, and northern wildlife
Minnesota blends lake country, forest habitats, prairie landscapes, and northern wetlands, making it a strong state for families interested in birds, freshwater nature, and quiet outdoor discovery.
Sightings
130
Places
3
Species
33
Latest Sightings
Recent sightings in Minnesota
A recent look at wildlife sightings across Minnesota.
Sightings Map
See where snaps are happening
Start wide, then zoom in to see how snaps spread across Minnesota.
Places to Start
Parks, reserves, and local nature spots
Good starting points if you want to turn Minnesota's guide into an actual day out.
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William O'Brien State Park
You might spot Rue Anemone, Eastern Skunk Cabbage, and Bloodroot.
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Minnesota Zoo
You might spot Cattle, Equus Ferus Przewalskii, and Leopard.
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Crosby Farm Regional Park
You might spot Common Eastern Bumble Bee and Wood Nettle.
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Popular Species
Popular species in Minnesota
A quick look at the species showing up most often in sightings across Minnesota.
Category Guides
Check out our category guides for Minnesota
Browse birds, wildflowers, and bugs of Minnesota.
Birds
Birding in Minnesota
Browse birdlife, migration patterns, shoreline species, and the birds people are most likely to notice across Minnesota.
42 Sightings14 Species
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Flowers
Flowers in Minnesota
Follow native blooms, seasonal colour, and wildflower-rich places across Minnesota.
21 Sightings5 Species
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Bugs
Bugs in Minnesota
Focus on butterflies, bees, beetles, and other small species that make close-up exploring in Minnesota feel richer.
10 Sightings3 Species
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