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Field Guide

TREES & PLANTS

Did you know that Bernheim contains a 600-acre arboretum with over 8,000 unique varieties of trees? An arboretum is a living library of trees. Learn more about our trees, natural areas, and collections.

Field Guide

Wildlife

Bernheim has a growing diversity of wildlife. More than 50 species of mammals have been found at Bernheim, including black bears, armadillos, salamanders and other lesser-known Kentucky natives.

Species at Bernheim

Explore the following lists of species currently cataloged at Bernheim:

Amphibians

Learn about the amphibians that have been spotted at Bernheim:

Birds

Over 200 species of birds have been observed at Bernheim

Fish

Learn about the fish that swim in Bernheim’s lakes and rivers.

Reptiles

Learn about the reptiles that have been spotted at Bernheim – including our famous salamanders.

Mammals

Learn about the many mammals that have been spotted at Bernheim

Facts About Our Wildlife

50+ Species of Mammals

More than 50 species of mammals have been found at Bernheim

200+ Species of Birds

Over 200 species of birds have been observed at Bernheim

8000+ Tree varieties

8,000 unique varieties of trees in Bernheim Forest