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There are several national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, including the Monongahela National Forest, Canaan Valley National Wildlife Refuge, and Blackwater Falls State Park. Here are some common native animals that can be spotted in the state’sstate’s wilderness.
But the Mountain State’s true charm lies not just in its picturesque vistas, but also in the abundant and diverse wildlife that call this land home. Among these diverse species, six hold special significance and are named West Virginia state animals.
Panther State Forest is West Virginia's southernmost state forest and occupies 7,810 rugged acres where you can escape in nature and enjoy a range of outdoor amenities. During the summer, visitors can cool off in the swimming pool or watch their kids splash in the wading pool.
The West Virginia State Wildlife Center is a zoological park in French Creek, West Virginia. Operated by the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources, the Wildlife Center displays many of West Virginia's wildlife, including both native and introduced species. [3]
In “The 6 West Virginia State Animals (Pictures, Facts),” readers are introduced to the diverse and abundant wildlife that calls West Virginia home. With its stunning landscapes of rolling mountains, serene rivers, and dense forests, the natural beauty of the Mountain State is undeniable.
The West Virginia Wildlife Center is a zoological park operated by the W.Va. Division of Natural Resources near French Creek, West Virginia, in Upshur County. The center is home to both native and introduced species once found naturally in West Virginia but which were exterminated by hunting and deforestation by the early 1900s.
Spring brings an increase of wildlife activity to West Virginia, and West Virginia state parks and forests are a great place to look for them. Keep an eye out for these critters as you trek through woods and fields: The spring peeper chorus is often one of the first signs of spring.
