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Maryland Mammals
- Opossums. Virginia opossum Didelphis virginiana.
- Shrews. Masked shrew Sorex cinereus. ...
- Moles. Hairy-tailed mole Parascalops breweri. ...
- Bats. Little brown bat Myotis lucifugus. ...
- Rabbits and Hares. Eastern cottontail Sylvilagus floridanus. ...
- Squirrels and Chipmunks. ...
- Beavers. ...
- New World Mice and Rats.
- What is the top predator in Maryland?
- What is Maryland's mammal?
- What wolves live in Maryland?
- Are peacocks native to Maryland?
- Is goldenrod native to Maryland?
- Do moose live in Maryland?
- Are armadillos in Maryland?
- How many black bears live in Maryland?
- Are porcupines in Maryland?
- What animals is Maryland known for?
- Are Elk native to Maryland?
- Are coyotes in Maryland?
- What foxes live in Maryland?
- Are badgers in Maryland?
What is the top predator in Maryland?
Maryland doesn't just have large grazers, it also has large predators. Black bear are the most common large predators in the state, followed by coyotes in frequency of sightings. Wolves and mountain lions are much more reclusive but also share territory in the state.
What is Maryland's mammal?
Maryland does not have a state mammal. However, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is the official state dog of Maryland.
What wolves live in Maryland?
Animals Around Maryland: The Gray Wolf, while once native to Maryland has unfortunately become EXTIRPATED in the state. While they are still classified as ENDANGERED (in the U.S. in general), extirpated means that they are regionally extinct and there have been no wild sightings of them.
Are peacocks native to Maryland?
Peafowls — males are peacocks, females are peahens — are native to India, Sri Lanka, Java, Burma and African rain forests, depending on the species. But not Maryland. ... Efforts to locate the peacock's owner were unsuccessful, and National Zoo officials say it's not one of theirs.
Is goldenrod native to Maryland?
Planting a pollinator friendly garden is easy. ... Here are some of our favorite pollinator plants that are locally native to the Maryland Piedmont! 10. Goldenrod– Solidago odora and rugosa.
Do moose live in Maryland?
I don't believe there are moose in Maryland but they certainly have come close to the area. They have been documented in Pennsylvania. Moose would find the climate just too warm in the area. What you may have seen is an Elk or possibly a Feral Horse.
Are armadillos in Maryland?
Nine-banded Armadillo (Mammals of Virginia, Maryland, and the Carolinas) · iNaturalist.
How many black bears live in Maryland?
How many bears are there in Maryland? There are more than 2,000 adult and subadult black bears roaming the occupied counties of Maryland (Garrett, Allegany, Washington, and Frederick Counties) with sightings common throughout much of the state.
Are porcupines in Maryland?
The porcupine is not globally rare or a federally listed species. It is a watchlisted species in Maryland, usually found only in the western part of the state.
What animals is Maryland known for?
What animals is Maryland known for? Maryland is known for the blue crabs which contribute to its delicious crab cakes and the Baltimore oriole, its state bird and baseball team mascot.
Are Elk native to Maryland?
Six species of mammals are extirpated in Maryland, or no longer can be found wild in the state. These species include the Gray wolf, American elk, Eastern mountain lion, Snowshoe hare, American marten and Eastern harvest mouse.
Are coyotes in Maryland?
Coyotes are a relatively new phenomenon in Maryland; the state's Department of Natural Resources notes that Maryland and Delaware are the last states in the country to get coyotes. ... A coyote got attention in Montgomery County last year after three people were attacked in Rockville; the coyote was found to have rabies.
What foxes live in Maryland?
Gray foxes are common animals that can be found throughout Maryland and much of the eastern and southern United States. The gray fox is somewhat stout and has shorter legs than the red fox. Its coat is mostly grizzled-gray with some reddish fringes throughout its body.
Are badgers in Maryland?
Today, still in Maryland, mammals of all shapes and sizes can be found. Many different species of canine, chiroptera (bats), feline, mustelid (badgers and weasels), and rodent are located in the State.
