The park’s protected landscape supports an astounding array of wildlife, including more than 400 kinds of mammals, birds, amphibians, fish and reptiles, and provides a haven for threatened and endangered species. Your support can fund projects to study and protect animals that make their seasonal or year-round homes in Yosemite.
Current Projects

Songbird Science

Peregrine Falcon Protection

Bighorn Sheep: Saving a Species

Protecting Yosemite’s Endangered Great Gray Owl

Save Our Monarchs

Keeping Bears Wild

Imperiled Fishers Habitat Study

Sierra Nevada Red Fox Research

Amphibian Conservation
With your support, wildlife experts help ensure that Yosemite’s diverse animals, from tiny butterflies to 250-pound black bears, can thrive in their natural habitats. Donor-funded projects have helped park wildlife teams bring endangered bighorn sheep back to the Cathedral Range after a century-long absence; restore populations of California red-legged frogs and western pond turtles; record the first sighting of a rare red fox inside the park in 99 years; dramatically reduce bear-related incidents through visitor education, effective food-storage solutions and bear-monitoring technology; and much more.
To learn more about how donors’ gifts have made a difference for Yosemite wildlife, check out our past projects.
Areas of Focus
Thanks to supporters, we’ve provided over $140 million to Yosemite for more than 700 completed projects. Donor gifts help improve trails, restore habitat, protect wildlife, inspire the next generation of nature-lovers and more. Explore our funding areas to see current and past projects.-
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