Wildlife of the Forest

Pacific Tree Frog

Cool and shady, the coniferous forests at RNSP provide important habitat to the area's many species of wildlife. Old-growth redwood forests are vital to species such as the northern spotted owl and banana slugs. Among the creatures you may encounter while visiting the forests at RNSP:

Reptiles and Amphibians

Red-legged frog
California slender salamander
Pacific giant salamander
Northern rough-skinned newt
Pacific tree frog

Birds

Chestnut-backed chickadee
Winter wren
Steller's jay
Varied thrush
Northern spotted owl

Mammals

Big brown bat
Chickaree
Black bear
Bobcat
Gray fox

Click here for more about the wildlife and animals of the Redwood National and State Parks.