Grasslands National Park
Facts and practical information
Grasslands National Park is a Canadian national park located near the village of Val Marie, Saskatchewan, and one of 44 national parks and park reserves in Canada's national park system. This national park is north of the U.S. state of Montana and lies adjacent to the international boundary. ()
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Wildlife
AnimalsSee what popular animal species you can meet in this location.
Black-footed ferret
The black-footed ferret, also known as the American polecat or prairie dog hunter, is a remarkable species native to central North America. Once believed to be extinct in 1979, this resilient animal made a stunning reappearance in 1981 when it was rediscovered in...
Mammals
Red fox
The red fox, the largest member of the true fox family, inhabits the Northern Hemisphere, including regions in North America, Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa. This versatile animal thrives in a variety of environments and maintains a diverse diet.
Mammals
Golden eagle
The golden eagle, a majestic bird of prey revered across the Northern Hemisphere, belongs to the Accipitridae family. These eagles are easily identified by their dark brown feathers accented with striking golden-brown patches on their necks.
Birds
Sprague's pipit
Sprague's pipit is a captivating small songbird native to North America, thriving in short- and mixed-grass prairies. During the summer, they inhabit the grasslands of the north-central United States and Canada. In winter, they migrate to the southwestern U.S.
Birds
Horned grebe
The horned grebe, also known as the Slavonian grebe, is a small waterbird belonging to the Podicipedidae family. It has two subspecies: P. a. auritus, found in the Palearctic region, and P. a. cornutus, which resides in North America.
Birds
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