THE TRAVEL • June 8, 2023
Each national park has its own unique environment, which in turn supports different types of wildlife. For those visiting national parks specifically to get an up-close view of these protected critters, Casago has conducted an in-depth study to determine which national parks have the greatest density of unique animal species. #5 Acadia National Park, Maine: Acadia remains one of the most popular US national parks year after year, and tourists aren't the only ones enjoying the scenery. Acadia is considered one of the best birdwatching locations in the US, and with over 330 different species to observe, everyone will catch a glimpse of a unique feathered resident. On the ground, Acadia protects 40 different species of mammals, including beavers, foxes, and bats, as well as a variety of amphibians, reptiles, and fish. Along Acadia's eastern edge, visitors can search the salt marshes for crabs, lobsters, and other tide pool dwellers.