Jun 3, 2026
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Region Guide
Wildlife and nature in Montana
Big skies, mountains, plains, and wildlife
Montana is shaped by dramatic mountain country, open plains, river valleys, and iconic western wildlife, making it especially appealing for families drawn to big scenery and wide-ranging nature.
Sightings
536
Places
91
Species
264
Latest Sightings
Recent sightings in Montana
A recent look at wildlife sightings across Montana.
May 30, 2026
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May 30, 2026
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May 30, 2026
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May 24, 2026
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May 7, 2026
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no rights reserved
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Sightings Map
See where snaps are happening
Start wide, then zoom in to see how snaps spread across Montana.
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Places to Start
Parks, reserves, and local nature spots
Good starting points if you want to turn Montana's guide into an actual day out.
Park30 sightings12 species
Montana, US
Belly River Ranger Station Historic District
You might spot Field Crescent, Thimbleberry, and Baker's Mariposa Lily.
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Park30 sightings12 species
Montana, US
Butte-Anaconda Historic District
You might spot Spotted Knapweed, Great Mullein, and Nodding Onion.
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Park30 sightings12 species
Montana, US
Cut Bank Ranger Station Historic District
You might spot Great Blanketflower and Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle.
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Park30 sightings12 species
Montana, US
East Glacier Ranger Station Historic District
You might spot Black Bear, Moose, and Lodgepole Pine.
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Park30 sightings12 species
Montana, US
Great Northern Railway Buildings
You might spot Bighorn Sheep and Mountain Goat.
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Zoo30 sightings12 species
Montana, US
Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center
You might spot Common Raven, Lodgepole Pine, and Hoary Alyssum.
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Popular Species
Popular species in Montana
A quick look at the species showing up most often in sightings across Montana.
Category Guides
Check out our category guides for Montana
Browse birds, wildflowers, and bugs of Montana.
Birds
Birding in Montana
Browse birdlife, migration patterns, shoreline species, and the birds people are most likely to notice across Montana.
125 Sightings62 Species
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Flowers
Flowers in Montana
Follow native blooms, seasonal colour, and wildflower-rich places across Montana.
215 Sightings117 Species
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Bugs
Bugs in Montana
Focus on butterflies, bees, beetles, and other small species that make close-up exploring in Montana feel richer.
79 Sightings49 Species
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