North American Animals | The Animal Spot

North America is the third largest continent by land area. It covers approximately 24.7 million square miles, and is located in the western and northern hemispheres. The terrain and wildlife varies as you move from north to south and east to west.

The northern part of the continent includes Canada and Alaska. Here, caribou, snow geese, lynx and bobcats inhabit the frosty tundra.

The middle part of North America is home to the United States. It includes the Great Lakes, Appalachian and Rocky Mountains, Great Plains, and swamps of the deep south.

The southern part of North America includes Mexico and Central America. Northern Mexico is a desert, arid region, while Southern Mexico and Central America are home to rainforests and cloud forests.

Animals that live in North America include possums, jackrabbits, skunks, bobcats and buffalo. Several other animals that can be found here are listed below.