Animals

Mule deer and elk may be commonly seen in the South Rim Village, endangered California condors soar majestically above the canyon, and other wildlife including ravens, lizards, and rock squirrels are common along the rim. Visitors to Grand Canyon may also have the opportunity to glimpse bighorn sheep, coyotes, ringtails and other species. Mountain lions, bobcats, badgers and rattlesnakes are less commonly seen, but are present in the park.

Never approach wild animals. Photograph all wildlife from the safety of your vehicle. Use telephoto lenses and observe quietly. It is dangerous, and illegal, to feed wild animals in a national park. Violators will be fined. Wildlife can become dependent upon handouts and lose their ability to hunt and forage. Such animals lose their fear of humans. They can become aggressive and bite, kick, or gore.