What three animals are found in Virginia's forest?

Much of Virginia's wildlife is similar to adjoining states like North Carolina and Tennessee. White-tail deer, black bears, squirrels, and other rodents are all integral parts of these ecosystems, and both golden eagles and woodpeckers patrol the skies.

1. Are moose in Virginia?
2. Is there monkeys in Virginia?
3. How many mammals are in Virginia?

Are moose in Virginia?

Moose are notoriously shy creatures, so spotting them anywhere is an exciting experience. But to spot one in Virginia? It's practically unheard of! At least, that was the case until recently, when a moose was spotted near Lake Frederick in northern Virginia.

Is there monkeys in Virginia?

Some of the animals you'll find here are a variety of monkeys, orangutans (meet baby RJ!), bongo, bison, sloths, leopards, cheetah, and more. Several times in three years the Metro Richmond Zoo has welcomed cheetah cubs, which is quite a feat for the captive endangered species.

How many mammals are in Virginia?

mammals - 5400 spp. (55% have statewide dist.) Moles – 3 spp. Shrews – 10 spp.