Mammals in Alaska

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 10 most common mammals in Alaska?

The 10 most common mammals in Alaska are:

1. Moose (Alces alces)
2. Brown Bear (Ursus arctos)
3. Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae)
4. Sea Otter (Enhydra lutris)
5. Steller Sea Lion (Eumetopias jubatus)
6. American Red Squirrel (Tamiasciurus hudsonicus)
7. Harbor Seal (Phoca vitulina)
8. Caribou (Rangifer tarandus)
9. Arctic Ground Squirrel (Urocitellus parryii)
10. American Black Bear (Ursus americanus)

What is the most observed mammal in Alaska?

The most observed mammal in Alaska is Moose (Alces alces), with 6,719 recorded observations.