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Amazing Alaskan Animals

April 30, 2017
By Anonymous

Have you ever questioned the habits of some of the most interesting animals on the planet? Alaska's animals can be unique, interesting, and amazing, whether they're massive mammals, fabulously feathery birds, or aquatic animals. Learning about these animals is fun and educational. The enormity of this subject is often overwhelming but exciting. These animals are a whole world to explore, so delve in.
Alaska holds some of the most beautiful, astonishing, and majestic mammals in the world. Many incredible herbivores, from massive Moose to tiny rabbits dwell in Alaska. Carnivores are also pretty intense here, like wolves and coyotes. Omnivores like the mighty bear also roam the mountains and rivers. Many of these mammals, however, are game, and are hunted and eaten as food.
While some hop through the forests, others gently glide on the breeze, showing us how diverse Alaskan birds are. Alaska is home to many large, intimidating birds of prey like hawks, falcons and infamous eagles. These birds can and will be important because they regulate constantly rising rodent populations. Even though most birds fly, some, like the ptarmigan prefer hopping through the underbrush, scratching and pecking for food. Many bird species migrate south for the winter but some, like the finch, stay year round. Birds such as the spruce hen are hunted for sport and delicious meat.
Many interesting and amazing animals dwell in the chilly seas of the last frontier. Sea mammals, such as dolphins, porpoises, and whales migrate to warmer places in winter. Some whales migrate all the way down to Hawaii and Mexico. While they might not be as bright and tropical as in the tropics, Alaskan fish are very beneficial. Mollusks like clams, oysters, and even octopi have been
found and harvested in wild Alaskan oceans. A few people may consider it an aquired taste, but commercial fishing is very important to Alaska's economy. Wild Alaskan salmon is considered a delicacy in many parts of the world.
These exciting and impressive animals of The Last Frontier continue to be very interesting. Who wouldn't want to visit the majestic mammals here? It's easy to recognize that Alaskan birds are extremely funny and important to the ecosystem. Do you sometimes wish that you could see the aquatic animals in the icy Alaskan Seas? Without a doubt, these creatures are incredibly unique, and if you ever come across one, in hope you will notice it's wild features.


The author's comments:

This is a project I had to do for school, but I still found it fun(ish). It is pretty average, but I hope you enjoy.


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