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Arches National Park: Desert Animals to Spot

arches national park, utah

One of Utah's "Mighty Five" Arches may be best known for it's 2000+ sandstone arches, but it's also home to a tremendous array of desert wildlife for your family to look for!

Here are A FEW OF THE ANIMALS TO WATCH FOR...

1

black-tailed jackrabbit

Guess what? This guy isn't a "rabbit" at all! He's a hare! Do you know the difference?

2

mule deer

Be on the lookout as these deer can get big! 

3

golden eagle

These beautiful birds of prey migrate to the park area around February each year.

4

common-sided blotched lizard

This reptile loves basking in the sun on rocks all over Arches NP

5

desert bighorn sheep

Grab binoculars and look for them on high, steep terrain in the park.