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A powerful omnivore with long claws and immense strength, grizzlies move through forests and meadows in search of food. For all their size, they can break into a sudden, startling sprint when they feel threatened.
Living and hunting in close-knit packs, grey wolves rely on coordination and instinct. They’re often spotted in open valleys like Lamar, where their presence helps keep the park’s ecosystem in check.
These heavy-built grazers are a constant presence across Yellowstone’s grasslands. Their size can feel imposing, but it’s the way they can suddenly charge forward that tends to take visitors by surprise.
Seen across much of the park, elk gather in meadows and along forest edges. During mating season, their bugling calls carry across the valleys, becoming one of the most distinctive sounds of Yellowstone.
Moose tend to keep to themselves, moving slowly through wetlands and along riverbanks. You’ll often find them standing in shallow water, feeding on aquatic plants in parts of the park that see fewer people.
Smaller than grizzlies but equally adaptable, black bears are at home in Yellowstone’s wooded areas. They’re strong climbers, and will often head up a tree if they sense trouble nearby.
Built for speed, pronghorns move effortlessly across open plains. Their agility and stamina stand out, making them one of the more striking animals to come across in Yellowstone’s wide, open landscapes.
Seldom spotted, mountain lions move quietly through rocky ground and thick cover. They keep to themselves, and their stealth means any sighting tends to be brief and memorable.
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