New Hampshire is the 5th smallest US state in terms of area. It is located in the New England region, where the Great North Woods in the north and the White Mountains along the north-central side comprise most of the state. Apart from the rugged White Mountains, its landscape encompasses tranquil lakes (such as Lake Winnipesaukee) and the scenic Atlantic coastline. Despite its small size, the state is well-known for its dense forests, where abundant flora and fauna thrive.
Though there are no notable state or national parks in the state, several wildlife refuges provide ample opportunities to take a look at the native animals and birds. A few notable ones include the Appalachian Trail and Franconia Notch State Park.
List of Different Types of Animals Found in New Hampshire
Mammals
White-tailed Deer
Moose
American Black Bear
Eastern Coyote
Red Fox
Eastern Gray Fox
Bobcat
Canada Lynx
Eastern Cottontail Rabbit
Snowshoe Hare
Black-tailed Jackrabbit
Gray Squirrel
Northern Flying Squirrel
Eastern Chipmunk
Common Raccoon
Striped Skunk
Eastern Spotted Skunk
American Beaver
Muskrat
Eastern Mole
North American Porcupine
Woodchuck
Short-tailed Shrew
American Mink
North American River Otter
Long-tailed Weasel
Fisher
Eastern Pipistrelle
Little Brown Bat
Big Brown Bat
Eastern Red Bat
North Atlantic Right Whale
Fin Whale
Humpback Whale
Populations of Predators like the cougar, wolverine, and gray fox has been eradicated from the state of New Hampshire. The same has happened for eastern elk.
Birds
Purple Finch
Northern Cardinal
Black-capped Chickadee
Red-tailed Hawk
Sharp-shinned Hawk
Blue Jay
Piping Plover
Roseate Tern
Upland Sandpiper
American Kestrel
Reptiles
Common Musk Turtle (Stinkpot)
Eastern Box Turtle
Painted Turtle
Common Snapping Turtle
Timber Rattlesnake
Northern Water Snake
Brown Snake
Redbelly Snake
Common Garter Snake
Ringneck Snake
Eastern Hognose Snake
Smooth Green Snake
Eastern Ribbon Snake
Black Racer
Milk Snake
DeKay’s Brown snake
Amphibians
American Bullfrog
Northern leopard Frog
Pickerel Frog
Wood Frog
Spring Peeper
Gray Treefrog
American Toad
Eastern Newt
Marbled Salamander
Spotted Salamander
Four-toed Salamander
Red-backed Salamander
Fishes
Brook Trout
Rainbow Trout
Brown Trout
Striped Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Chain Pickerel
Northern Pike
Bluegill
Pumpkinseed
Yellow Perch
White Perch
Black Crappie
Sunfish
Rock Bass
Walleye
Atlantic Salmon
Alewife
American Shad
Landlocked Salmon
Yellowfin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
American Eel
Insects and Invertebrates
The list includes both native and non-native insects that are found in New Hampshire.
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Monarch Butterfly
Karner Blue
American Lady Butterfly
Ladybug
Luna Moth
Eastern Amberwing
Common Green Darner
Six-spotted Tiger Beetle
Dog-day Cicada
Carpenter Bee
Dobsonfly
Eastern Leaf-footed Bug
Eastern Mud Dauber Wasp
Eastern Boxelder Bug
Eastern Harvestman Spider
Black Widow
Brown Recluse
American House Spider
State Animals of New Hampshire
State Animal
White-tailed Deer
State Bird
Purple Finch
State Raptor
Red-tailed Hawk
State Freshwater Game Fish
Brook Trout
State Saltwater Game Fish
Striped Bass
State Amphibian
Red-spotted Newt
State Insect
Ladybug
State Butterfly
Karner Blue
State Spider
Daring Jumping Spider
State Dog
Chinook
FAQ
What are the most dangerous animals in New Hampshire?
American black bears, coyotes, and bobcats are the most dangerous animals in the state. Ungulates like moose, white-tailed deer can also become aggressive if provoked. Additionally, there are deadly snakes and spiders like the timber rattlesnake, black widow, and brown recluse.
Are there any endangered animals in New Hampshire?
Almost 50 native species are considered threatened or endangered in the state. These include mammals like big brown bats, Canada lynx, and humpback whales; fishes like brook trout, alewife, and American eel; reptiles like timber rattlesnake and eastern box turtle; amphibians like Jefferson salamander and northern leopard frog; and birds like piping plover, upland sandpiper, and American kestrel.
What are some common invasive animals in New Hampshire?
Some invasive species in the state include Asian longhorned beetle, emerald ash borer, spotted lanternfly, and common carp (fish).
