Fauna of Canada

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The fauna of Canada consist of approximately 200 mammal species, over 460 native bird species, 43 amphibian species, 43 reptile species, and 1,200 fish species.^[1][2] The biology survey of Canada cites that there are approximately 55,000 species of insects, and 11,000 species of mites and spiders.^[3]

The most threatened wildlife species of Canada are listed in the List of Wildlife Species at Risk in accordance with the Canadian Species at Risk Act. About 65% of Canada’s resident species are considered "Secure".^[4] Over 500 animal species are considered at risk in Canada.^[5] More than 30 wildlife species have become extinct in the wild since the arrival of European settlers.^[5] The regions with the most endangered or threatened species are those in which humans have had the greatest impact on the environment. Protected areas of Canada and National Wildlife Areas have been established to preserve and restore Canadian flora and fauna.