Mammals of Canada

It may be safe to say Canada's mammals such as wolves (above), bears, moose and beaver are the most well known symbols of our country. There are 195 species of mammal in Canada, from the pygmy shrew to the mighty polar bear.

To learn more about Canadian mammals, follow the links below

Complete Canadian Mammal List  

Endangered Canadian Mammals

We have pages on the animals to watch out for when you're hiking or walking the trails - cougars, bears and herbivores such as moose, elk and bison. Remember any cornered animal left with no escape route is likely to attack, even if it's a tiny squirrel.

While you're thinking "oh how cute" they can be latching onto your finger with their teeth - the same teeth they use to break open hard shelled nuts. (Speaking from experience...and it was a chipmunk.)

Bear Safety

Cougar Safety

Moose, Elk & Bison Safety