A state rich with wildlife, Minnesota has a lot to offer local photographers. These amazing photos prove that you don’t have to go very far in Minnesota to find some intriguing animals.

1 These majestic deer are taking back the dirt road.
Flickr/Ferret's Photos
2 This adorable bunny was found hopping around the University of Minnesota campus in Spring.
Flickr/Bala Sivakumar
3 A young bald eagle now flying to a pond near you!
Flickr/Derek Bakken
4 This busy bee near Lake Phalen won't stop his wings for anything.
Flickr/Sharon Mollerus
5 An American White Pelican stops for a quick snack break in the Morris Wetland.
Flickr/USFWSMidwest
6 This itty bitty squirrel was seen at the University of Minnesota.
Flickr/Bala Sivakumar
7 A stunning butterfly spotted in Morris.
Flickr/Nic Mcphee

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8 This muskrat was seen snooping around the Morris Wetland.
Flickr/USFWSMidwest
9 A beautiful doe and fawn share a quiet moment in the forest.
Flickr/Robert Engberg
10 This alert Boreal Owl in Two Harbors will definitely see you coming.
Flickr/Greg Schechter
11 This snarky moose was caught on camera by a lucky photographer!
Flickr/Ajburcar
12 A resting painted turtle poses in a wildlife preserve.
Flickr/USFWSMidwest
13 A red-winged blackbird helps get rid of pesky ticks on this grateful white-tailed deer.
Flickr/USFWSMidwest
14 This beaver isn't easy to spot as it naturally blends itself into the Minnetonka scenery.
Flickr/Robby-T
15 This gorgeous northern cardinal is ready for it's close up.
Flickr/Derek Bakken

When you live in Minnesota, it’s easy to find some awesome animals right in your backyard. Which ones have you caught on film?

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