Jun 6, 2026
Bertrand F. Harrison Arboretumi
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Region Guide
Wildlife and nature in Utah
Canyons, deserts, mountains, and dramatic nature
Utah is defined by red-rock canyons, desert basins, alpine ranges, and striking geological scenery, giving families a highly visual and habitat-rich outdoor experience.
Sightings
243
Places
77
Species
117
Latest Sightings
Recent sightings in Utah
A recent look at wildlife sightings across Utah.
Jun 5, 2026
Red Butte Garden and Arboretumi
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Jun 1, 2026
Hogle Zooi
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(c) Parker James Lloyd, some rights reserved (CC BY)
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May 31, 2026
Hogle Zooi
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(c) Parker James Lloyd, some rights reserved (CC BY)
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May 31, 2026
Hogle Zooi
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(c) Parker James Lloyd, some rights reserved (CC BY)
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May 26, 2026
Provo City Libraryi
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Sightings Map
See where snaps are happening
Start wide, then zoom in to see how snaps spread across Utah.
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Places to Start
Parks, reserves, and local nature spots
Good starting points if you want to turn Utah's guide into an actual day out.
Park30 sightings12 species
Utah, US
Bertrand F. Harrison Arboretum
You might spot Duck, Gambel Oak, and Box Elder.
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Park30 sightings12 species
Utah, US
Bryce Canyon Lodge Historic District
You might spot Common Golden-Mantled Ground Squirrel and Steller's Jay.
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Park30 sightings12 species
Utah, US
Bryce Canyon National Park Scenic Trails Historic District
You might spot Common Golden-Mantled Ground Squirrel and Steller's Jay.
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Park30 sightings12 species
Utah, US
Fruita Rural Historic District
You might spot Roundleaf Buffaloberry, Mule Deer, and Kingcup Cactus.
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Park30 sightings12 species
Utah, US
Old National Park Service Housing Historic District
You might spot Common Golden-Mantled Ground Squirrel and Steller's Jay.
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Park30 sightings12 species
Utah, US
Provo City Library
You might spot Duck, Gambel Oak, and Box Elder.
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Popular Species
Popular species in Utah
A quick look at the species showing up most often in sightings across Utah.
Category Guides
Check out our category guides for Utah
Browse birds, wildflowers, and bugs of Utah.
Birds
Birding in Utah
Browse birdlife, migration patterns, shoreline species, and the birds people are most likely to notice across Utah.
84 Sightings40 Species
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Flowers
Flowers in Utah
Follow native blooms, seasonal colour, and wildflower-rich places across Utah.
73 Sightings40 Species
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Bugs
Bugs in Utah
Focus on butterflies, bees, beetles, and other small species that make close-up exploring in Utah feel richer.
40 Sightings24 Species
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