Jun 7, 2026
Prallsvillei
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Region Guide
Wildlife and nature in Pennsylvania
Forests, ridges, rivers, and Appalachian wildlife
Pennsylvania combines Appalachian ridges, forests, wetlands, and river systems, making it a strong state for families seeking woodland wildlife, birdlife, and varied park landscapes.
Sightings
2,238
Places
636
Species
582
Latest Sightings
Recent sightings in Pennsylvania
A recent look at wildlife sightings across Pennsylvania.
Jun 7, 2026
Prallsvillei
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Jun 7, 2026
Lehigh Valley Zooi
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Jun 7, 2026
Prallsvillei
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Jun 7, 2026
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardensi
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Jun 6, 2026
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardensi
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Sightings Map
See where snaps are happening
Start wide, then zoom in to see how snaps spread across Pennsylvania.
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Places to Start
Parks, reserves, and local nature spots
Good starting points if you want to turn Pennsylvania's guide into an actual day out.
Park125 sightings15 species
Pennsylvania, US
North Park
You might spot White-Tailed Deer, Canada Goose, and Great Blue Heron.
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Park125 sightings8 species
Pennsylvania, US
Clarence H. Clark Park
You might spot American Robin, Kentucky Yellowwood, and Kousa Dogwood.
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Park49 sightings9 species
Pennsylvania, US
Raymond B. Winter State Park
You might spot Hemlock Varnish Shelf, Mountain Laurel, and Cinnamon Fern.
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Park47 sightings9 species
Pennsylvania, US
Spring Mill Park
You might spot Paulownia, Asian Lady Beetle, and Spotted Lanternfly.
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Park35 sightings13 species
Pennsylvania, US
Lyman Run State Park
You might spot Admiral Butterfly and Allegheny Mountain Dusky Salamander.
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Park33 sightings12 species
Pennsylvania, US
Cherry Springs State Park
You might spot Orange Hawkweed and Hickory Tussock Moth.
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Popular Species
Popular species in Pennsylvania
A quick look at the species showing up most often in sightings across Pennsylvania.
Category Guides
Check out our category guides for Pennsylvania
Browse birds, wildflowers, and bugs of Pennsylvania.
Birds
Birding in Pennsylvania
Browse birdlife, migration patterns, shoreline species, and the birds people are most likely to notice across Pennsylvania.
589 Sightings85 Species
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Flowers
Flowers in Pennsylvania
Follow native blooms, seasonal colour, and wildflower-rich places across Pennsylvania.
54 Sightings252 Species
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Bugs
Bugs in Pennsylvania
Focus on butterflies, bees, beetles, and other small species that make close-up exploring in Pennsylvania feel richer.
398 Sightings135 Species
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