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1. Orca Whales (Killer Whales): Found in abundance in the coastal waters of Vancouver.
2. Western Gray Whales: Migratory whales that can be spotted during their annual migration.
3. Harbor Seals: Often seen basking on rocks or docks in the harbor.
4. Steller Sea Lions: Can be observed at Seal Rocks near Stanley Park.
5. Pacific White-Sided Dolphins: Found in pods throughout the year in local waters.
6. Bald Eagles: These majestic birds of prey can be spotted soaring over the city.
7. Great Blue Herons: Found in marshes, estuaries, and along the coast.
8. Red-Winged Blackbirds: Abundant in marshlands and other wetlands.
9. Anna's Hummingbirds: Small and vibrant hummingbirds that visit gardens and parks.
10. Varied Thrushes: Known for their distinctive songs, they thrive in forested areas.
11. Rufous Hummingbirds: Tiny migratory hummingbirds that visit in summer.
12. Northern Flickers: Woodpeckers with striking black, white, and red markings.
13. Belted Kingfishers: Birds with large beaks, mainly found near bodies of water.
14. American Crows: Common black birds with distinctive calls.
15. Raccoon: Nocturnal mammals that often raid garbage cans.
16. Western Red Squirrels: Small, agile squirrels found in forested areas.
17. Douglas Squirrels: Smaller, grayish squirrels that live in coniferous forests.
18. Common Murres: Seabirds that nest in large colonies on rocky outcrops.
19. Northern Sea Otters: Playful marine mammals observed near the coast.
20. Northern Pintail Ducks: Ducks with long, pointed tails, seen in wetlands.
21. Black Oystercatchers: Striking black birds found on rocky shores.
22. River Otters: Playful and elusive predators found in waterways.
23. Snowy Owls: Rare visitors that may occasionally be spotted in open fields or marshes.
24. Canada Geese: Large geese commonly found in parks, ponds, and waterways.
25. Mallard Ducks: Common ducks found in urban and natural areas.
26. Violet-Green Swallows: Small swallows that nest under eaves and bridges.
27. Red-Breasted Sapsuckers: Woodpeckers with distinctive red-feathered breast.
28. Mountain Beavers: Small, burrowing rodents found in forested areas.
29. Pacific Chorus Frogs: Tiny frogs with high-pitched calls, heard near wetland areas.
30. Pacific Tree Frogs: Small, tree-dwelling frogs found in moist habitats.
31. Northwestern Garter Snakes: Non-venomous snakes that inhabit various ecosystems.
32. Coast Garter Snakes: Another non-venomous snake species found in coastal regions.
33. Rough-Skinned Newts: Small, semi-aquatic salamanders found in damp forests.
34. Western Red-Backed Salamanders: Small salamanders with a red stripe along their backs.
35. Pacific Giant Salamanders: Impressive, large salamanders found in cool, forested streams.