Alaska Wildlife
Alaska is home to some of the most diverse and spectacular wildlife in North America. The state's vast wilderness, covering more than 1.7 million km² (663,000 mi²), provides habitat for animals ranging from tiny songbirds to massive marine mammals. Visitors can often spot brown bears, black bears, moose, caribou, wolves, and Dall sheep across its forests, mountains, and tundra. Along the coast, whales, sea otters, seals, sea lions, and orcas thrive in the cold, nutrient-rich waters of the North Pacific. Alaska is also a major destination for birdwatching, with bald eagles, puffins, sandhill cranes, and millions of migratory birds arriving each year. This remarkable variety of wildlife makes Alaska one of the world's premier destinations for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.
Bears: Katmai National Park
The webcams in Katmai National Park show wild brown bears gathering along the Brooks River during the annual salmon run. Bears usually begin arriving in late June when large numbers of salmon start moving upstream. The busiest period is July, when visitors can often see many bears fishing at the falls throughout the day. The bears come to the river to feed on salmon and build up the fat reserves they need for winter hibernation. Many bears remain in the area through September, and some can still be seen in early October as late-season salmon continue to spawn.
Bald Eagle
The webcam provides a live view of an active bald eagle nest near Juneau, in the heart of the region's lush temperate rainforest. The nest is home to a pair of eagles named Liberty and Prosperity, whose daily activities can be observed throughout the nesting season. Viewers often see the birds gathering nesting material, incubating eggs, feeding their young, and defending their territory. The camera offers a rare close-up perspective of bald eagle behavior while showcasing the natural beauty of southeast Alaska. Surrounded by towering evergreen trees and abundant wildlife, the nest sits within an ideal habitat for these powerful birds.
Walrus/Walrus 2
The webcams on Round Island offer remarkable views of Pacific walruses in one of Alaska's most important wildlife habitats. One camera overlooks a small pocket beach on the island's eastern shore, where walruses frequently gather around a large rock near the low-tide line. Visitors can often observe the animals resting, entering and leaving the water, or displaying their unique behavior of "chiming" with their heads submerged near the rock. The area also attracts a variety of seabirds, including pigeon guillemots, while pelagic cormorants and puffins can often be spotted nesting on the surrounding cliffs.
A second webcam overlooks Main Beach, the largest walrus haulout site on Round Island within the Walrus Islands State Critical Habitat Area. During the summer months, thousands of male Pacific walruses gather on the rocky shoreline to rest between feeding trips into the rich waters of Bristol Bay. The camera captures impressive scenes of densely packed walruses stretching across the beach, offering a rare glimpse into one of the largest seasonal gatherings of these marine mammals. Together, the webcams provide an extraordinary window into the wildlife and rugged coastal landscapes of remote western Alaska.
Muskox
The webcam provides a live view of the muskox herd at the Robert G. White Large Animal Research Station, located just north of the University of Alaska Fairbanks in interior Alaska. The webcam overlooks the station's main pasture, where male and female muskoxen of different ages can be seen grazing, resting, and interacting throughout the year. These remarkable animals are often called "Ice Age survivors" because they have changed very little since prehistoric times and are perfectly adapted to life in the Arctic. The research station studies Arctic biology, animal nutrition, and the unique adaptations that help muskoxen withstand extreme cold and harsh environmental conditions. During spring and summer, the camera may also show the Calf Barn, offering viewers a chance to watch newborn calves as they grow and explore their surroundings. This webcam provides a fascinating glimpse into the daily lives of one of the Arctic's most iconic and resilient mammals.
