Wildlife | Municipality of Greenstone

Nestled in the heart of the boreal forest, the Municipality of Greenstone is home to many unique species of vegetation and wildlife. Towering white and jack pine, rugged spruce and rare species of alpine burrow their roots here, as wild blueberries blanket the forest floor.

Common wildlife sightings

Grab your binoculars and marvel at from a safe distance:

A large variety of birds including the pileated woodpecker, great blue heron, bald Eagle, blue jays, chickadees, nuthatches and many more songbird species
Black bears
Moose
Gray and red foxes
Beavers
Otters
Muskrats
Rabbits and hares
Porcupines
Skunks
Coyotes
Squirrels
Chipmunks

Rare wildlife sightings

You may not be able to see these animal species often, but they also call the boreal forest of Greenstone their home.

Wolves (eastern gray and timber)
Caribou
Canada Lynx
Bobcats
Cougars (very rare)
Pine martens
Minks
Fishers
Weasels
Opossums
Wolverines
Bats
Shrews and moles

Respect our wildlife

Our forests are happy to welcome respectful visitors. When out in nature please remember to:

Pick up after yourself and leave no garbage behind
Keep a safe distance from all animals
Practice ethical wildlife photography – No feeding or baiting animals
Do not chase after animal – They are wild, and this causes them unnecessary stress
Follow all fire ban or fire restrictions – Always make sure you put out your fire
If you see wildlife on the road, slow down and stay in your vehicle

Learn more tips on how to respect our wildlife and stay safe in the wilderness.