There are or were 892 species of mammals, reptiles, fish, birds and amphibians in Nevada. Of that number, 790 species are native, 64 are only found in Nevada, 102 have been brought into the state and 32 are extinct.

For wildlife viewing opportunities around the district, look for signs with binoculars. Those will lead you to places were wildlife are typically observed.

Visitors to the Elko Field Office -
Argentina, a Swainson's Hawk and Howard Gross of HawkWatch International take a travel break in the Elko Field Office arboretum. Argentina was hit by a car 8 years ago and is now an educational bird for HawkWatch International. Link to HawkWatch