Ten Animals To See in Canada

1.) The Beaver


Where they can be found: In every Province in Territory in Canada near rivers and small lakes.
Approximate height: 90 cm
Approximate length: one meter
Average weight: 30 kilograms
Average lifespan: 5-7 years (one in Newfoundland lived to 19 when it passed away.)
Description: Beavers are strangely shaped rodents that love to spend their time in Canada's wetlands they are unique in that they build their own homes commonly called dams. They work hard at it too--they gather sticks, use their teeth to chop down trees and use their tails to pack their materials to make a lovely home! Unfortunately for Kayakers Beaver dams often cut off rivers. The Beaver is Canada's Official animal.
Danger level: Not very, generally friendly (but don't go into his house before knocking.) As with any friendly animal it is not advised that you go closer than five meters to the creature.

A Home Created by a hardworking Beaver

2.) The Moose

Where they can be found: Every Province (except PEI) and the southern part of the Northern territories.
Approximate height: 1.5 to 2 meters
Approximate length:  2 meters
Average weight: 820 pounds
Average lifespan: 15-25 years.
Description: One of Canada's largest animals this beast is the horse of the North. They don't mind leaving in the southern prairies but have for long time refused to put up with southern Ontario. If your travelling there you'll have to go north of Toronto.
Danger level: Dangerous; Moose have attacked people in the past and even charge at vehicles. If you see a Moose you are very much encouraged to stay 1000 meters away and you should never pursue a Moose without a gun.
















3.) The Caribou 

Where they can be found: Every Province (except PEI) and the southern part of the Northern territories.
Approximate height:  1.2-1.5 meters
Approximate length:  1-1.5 meters
Average weight: 820 pounds
Average lifespan: 15 years
Description:  Caribou are also known as reindeer and are sometimes mistaken for Moose. There are two major differences between the two: A Caribou is smaller and has thin antlers. The Caribou is endangered and you will usually find them in herds.
Danger level: They tend to be less dangerous than Moose but you should always stay at least 1000 meters from one. If you see one you can assume that there's ten you can't see.

4.) The Grey Wolf 

Where they can be found: Every Province except for PEI and Newfoundland.
Approximate height: 60-90 cm (2-3 feet)
Approximate length:  1.5 meters
Average weight: 50 pounds
Average life: 6-8 years
Description: Dog-like in appearance the grey Wolf is one of the most widespread mammals on Earth and yet there almost non-existent in America. They most resemble Huskies.
Danger level: Dangerous. Grey wolves should not be treated like a tamed dog in anyway and should be avoided--they been known to kill and eat humans. Still they're remarkable animals to see.

5.) The Musk Ox

Where they can be found: The Northwest territories and Nunavut.
Approximate height: 1.2-1.5 meters
Approximate length: 1-1.5 meters
Average weight: 300 pounds
Average life: 12-20 years
Description: Known as Canada's Bison these creatures are the easiest to recognize although most Canadians have never seen one. They are a herd animal; always travelling in packs and are rarely ones to stand out of the crowd.
Danger level: Potentially dangerous; a distance of 1000 meters is once again encouraged. One should listen for a thrust of breath and exit the area if the animals seem alarmed at your presence.

6.) The Canada Goose 

Where they can be found: Every Province in Canada especially in City Parks near rivers.
Approximate height: 100 cm
Approximate length: 1.3-1.7 meters
Average weight: 3-9 pounds
Average life: 10-24 years
Description: Canada Geese are the most friendly and interact-able wild animals in Canada. They're fed in public parks and represented in statues, painting and posters across the nation.
Danger level: Geese are extremely friendly and have not been known to pose any threat to anyone who stays two meters away. Depending on their culture they may be willing to come right up next to you for food--but please don't give them anything unhealthy. They're known to be particularly kind in city parks around southern Ontario and Manitoba.

7.) The Polar Bear

Where they can be found: The northern part of all three territories, northern Quebec, northern Ontario and Labrador.
Approximate height: 1.5 meters (2.5 when standing)
Approximate length: 1.5-3 meters
Average weight: 550 pounds
Average lifespan: 25-30 years
Description: White, furry and dangerous.
Danger level: Very dangerous; one should never go anywhere within 10,000 meters of one without a gun or a guide who is well armed.

8.) Beluga Whale

Where they can be found: All territories along with northern Ontario (In Hudson Bay), and northern Quebec. The furthest south they swim is d'Anticosti Island in eastern Quebec.
Approximate height: 0.5 meters
Approximate length: 4-6 meters
Average weight:  3100 pounds
Average lifespan: 35-50 years
Description:  A fat-headed well-rounded small whale, notable for its white skin.
Danger level: Peaceful towards humans

9.) The Brown Bear 

Where they can be found: The Yukon, the Northwest Territories and northern British Columbia.
Approximate height:
Approximate length:
Average weight: 250 pounds
Average lifespan: 25 years
Description:  A bear that is brown.
Danger level: Very dangerous--one should be in a safe location and be using binoculars to view the beast.

10.) The Arctic Fox 


Where they can be found: All the territories, northern Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec and Newfoundland.
Approximate height:  0.5 meters
Approximate length: 0.5 meters
Average weight: 5.5 pounds
Average lifespan: 3-6 years
Description: A small creature which is white in the Winter. It has a large bushy tail and is extremely skilled at surviving is cold temperatures.
Danger level: Not dangerous unless provoked.