Wildlife and nature in Washington
Rainforests, mountains, islands, coasts, and wildlife
Washington combines Pacific coast, temperate rainforest, mountain ranges, islands, and inland valleys, giving families one of the country's richest mixes of landscapes and wildlife habitats.
Sightings
1,452
Places
40
Species
72
Latest Sightings
Recent sightings in Washington
A recent look at wildlife sightings across Washington.
Sightings Map
See where snaps are happening
Start wide, then zoom in to see how snaps spread across Washington.
Places to Start
Parks, reserves, and local nature spots
Good starting points if you want to turn Washington's guide into an actual day out.
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Madison Park
You might spot Strawberry Tree, Mallard, and American Beaver.
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Matthews Beach Park
You might spot Mallard, American Wigeon, and Ring-Billed Gull.
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Gas Works Park
You might spot Canada Goose, Lawn Daisy, and Mallard.
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Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park
You might spot Mallard, American Coot, and Canada Goose.
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Lake Union Park
You might spot Canada Goose, Mallard, and American Coot.
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Seward Park
You might spot Western Hemlock, Mallard, and Western Sword Fern.
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Popular Species
Popular species in Washington
A quick look at the species showing up most often in sightings across Washington.
Category Guides
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Browse birds, wildflowers, and bugs of Washington.
Birds
Birding in Washington
Browse birdlife, migration patterns, shoreline species, and the birds people are most likely to notice across Washington.
1,018 Sightings33 Species
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Flowers
Flowers in Washington
Follow native blooms, seasonal colour, and wildflower-rich places across Washington.
25 Sightings8 Species
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Bugs
Bugs in Washington
Focus on butterflies, bees, beetles, and other small species that make close-up exploring in Washington feel richer.
146 Sightings9 Species
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