Terms
This term refers to the animals of a particular region, habitat, or geological region
Fauna
You can find this hard-working mammal in the local rivers of Peterborough, and on some of the change in your pocket.
Beaver
This long-necked fish hunter is found in wetlands, lakes and rivers, and can often be seen wading in shallow water.
Great Blue Heron
A non-venomous snake commonly found in gardens, forests and wetlands. They are harmless to humans.
Eastern Garter Snake
These iconic winged insects are seen during their migration period and rely on milkweed plants for breeding
Monarch Butterfly
These two words are the literal translation of the word 'fauna'
Animal Life
This black, white, and grey mammal might be a little pesky, but they're also a good problem solver.
Raccoon
This apex predator can be see around lakes and rivers in Peterborough, especially in the winter time. They are also the national bird of the U.S
Bald Eagle
Don't put your hand near this shelled amphibian or you may get bit!
Snapping Turtle
These insects are vital for pollinating local plants and crops
Bees
This city in the Kawarthas is a diverse landscape characterized by mixed forests, lakes, rivers, and wetlands.
Peterborough
You see this nut-eating mammal around Peterborough so much, you hardly notice it!
Eastern Gray Squirrel
Species of this bird include the Black-capped Chickadee, Northern Cardinal, and American Robin. You might hear them chirping out a tune
Songbirds
These amphibians are often seen in gardens and forest floors, especially after rain. They play a key role in controlling insect populations
American Toad
Preferring deeper, cooler lakes, these fish are an indicator species for clean water environments.
Lake Trout
Peterborough is part of this county, and you might get your dairy from a company that uses this name
The Kawarthas
You may have heard this predator howling at night. Hint: it's title contains a direction
Eastern Coyote
These raptors nest near bodies of water and feed almost exclusively on fish
Osprey
Common in wetlands, ponds, and streams, these amphibians are often recognized by their distinctive "twang" call.
Green Frog
These fish are found in clear, cool waters and are a prized catch for recreational fishers
Walleye
An animal lacking a backbone or spine
Invertebrate
This antlered herbivore is commonly seen in woodlands and fields
White-tailed Deer
Known for their incredible speed, these birds hunt other birds in flight and are occasionally seen in urban areas
Peregrine Falcon
This colourful creature are often seen basking on logs in local water bodies
Painted Turtle
Known for their elongated bodies and sharp teeth, these fish are ambush predators found in many of the region's bodies of water