The Yosemite toad is a true local — found only in the Sierra Nevada and uniquely connected to this place as one of the few animals with “Yosemite” in its name. They may be petite, but these amphibians play an essential role in our park’s ecosystems, and they face significant challenges from habitat loss, climate change, and other pressures. Even the smallest creatures connect us to Yosemite’s story of resilience and wonder. Conservancy donor support helps ensure that Yosemite’s wildlife, includi

Turn the volume up for waterfall and bird sounds! With a quiet valley and the arrival of spring, Yosemite's wildlife had a busy weekend! We identified a variety of birds, spotted several coyotes, watched entertaining squirrels, and even found a bear, recently awoken from hibernation, grazing on fresh spring grass. Yosemite is home (at least part of the year) to about 90 species of mammals and over 200 species of birds, not to mention amphibians, reptiles, insects, and other small critters! Explo