Animals

Wupatki National Monument is situated in the rain shadow of the San Francisco Peaks. The climate constantly challenges and sharpens the survival skills of the animals living here.

Common wildlife includes coyotes, pronghorn, mule deer, jackrabbits, cottontail rabbits, antelope ground squirrels, and numerous reptiles and birds. It's a big landscape, and these animals are highly adapted to their surroundings. It takes patience, keen powers of observation, and a little luck to catch a glimpse of most of them.

Visitors may find it helpful to use checklists for birds, mammals, and reptiles while visiting the park -- and our Park Rangers love to hear about any and all wildlife sightings!