Animals in the Wild

Vancouver Island BC Wildlife Animals

Animals in the wild are one of the attractions on Vancouver Island BC. In remote areas of the island, you may see black or grizzly bears, Roosevelt elk, bald eagles, moose, marmot, or sitka deer.

For an island that is only about 300 miles by 50 miles (at its widest), there is an amazing variety of wildlife to be seen. In fact, there are several wild animals that are not seen anywhere else in the world.

For example, the Vancouver Island marmot, Roosevelt elk and the sitka black tailed deer are all unique to Vancouver Island.

Bald eagles are common on Vancouver Island

In addition, there are many other animals that are uncommonly seen by vacationers. Of course, you won’t be observing coyotes or wolves in Victoria, or bears in the wild in Nanaimo.

But, if viewing wildlife animals is your goal, you will see animals in the wild in more remote areas.

Many people who hike the West Coast Trail, or spend time on the northern island, see large animals that are seldom seen elsewhere--an experience of a lifetime!

Black bear photographed near Tofino, on the west coast of Vancouver Island
Photo courtesy of Webdevil666

• Bears in the Wild - Vancouver Island has both black bears and grizzly bears. If you are interested in bear watching , make sure you know when the bears are most likely to tolerate your presence!

• Facts about Bald Eagles - The magestic bald eagle is commonly seen on Vancouver Island. If you have never seen a bald eagle in the wild, you are in for a treat!

• Whale Watching Vancouver Island - Some people come to the island--just to go whale watching. There are lots of orca killer whales (and others), and you will not be disappointed. Take a whale watching cruise, or go kayaking with the whales!
  
  

  

  River otter on on Ogden Point, Victoria, Vancouver Island BC
  Photo courtesy of Razvan Marescu

  
  
  

• Vancouver Island Marmot - This cute little creature is unique to Vancouver Island. See if you can catch a glimpse of one, while you’re here...

• Elk Facts - The Roosevelt elk is unique to Vancouver Island, and, if you go to the right places, you may see one.

• Moose Habitat - Moose are fun to see in the wild. But you need to know where to look. Did you know that you should watch for moose on the road--in the morning and at dusk?

• Sitka Deer - See a black tail deer here, because you won’t see one anywhere else in the world! Sitka black tailed deer are unique to the island.

• Qualicum Wildlife Attractions - Coming with a family? Qualicum has activities for everyone, and you can see wildlife in a tamer setting. For example, make sure you visit the salmon hatchery and don’t miss the goats that live on the roof of The Country Market!

• Rain Forest Tours - Perhaps sighting a cougar is your dream. If you take one of the rain forest tours, you just might catch a glimpse of one...

• Temperate Rain Forest - Here’s your chance to see a real rain forest--without going to the tropics. In addition to seeing the tallest trees, you may see some animals in the wild, as well. You’ll need to dress for the occasion, of course...

• Orca Killer Whale - "Killer" is a bit harsh for these magnificent creatures. They are beautiful in the wild, and they are lots of fun to watch!

• Facts about Sea Lions - What do Stellar sea lions eat? And what do they do all day--besides lying around on the beach?

• Vancouver Island Birds - We have a huge number of beautiful birds all over the island. If you are a bird watcher, you will LOVE Vancouver Island!

• Sasquatch Sitings - Want to see a Big Foot? Well, you just might. There have been a number of sasquatch sightings on the island--and you just might be the next!

• Cadborosaurus - This is Vancouver Island’s Loch Ness monster. And this one is real--over 200 sightings in the last few years. If you see it, you’ll have quite a story to tell after your vacation--when you get back to the office!

  So, if seeing animals in the wild is your best vacation plan, you won’t be disappointed when you come to Vancouver Island!

  The hardest part will be deciding which animals you want to see and which part of the island to visit!
  
  

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