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The Diversity of the Wildlife on the Missouri River is Exceptional
Many types of mammals, aquatic life, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and insects lay claim to the extensive landscape the Missouri River passes through. Near the beginning of the river are grizzly bears, wolves, eagles, elk, prairie dogs, bighorn sheep, bison, osprey, longhorn, and many others. In fact, 60 species of mammals, 301 species of birds, and 52 species of reptiles and amphibians exist along the river! Several bats, birds, and fish are protected under the Endangered Species Act.
