As Maryland residents, we’ve all seen our share of wildlife in our state. From the squirrel darting across the yard to the occasional deer running through the park, Maryland is home to so many amazing creatures. These 15 photos of wildlife in Maryland are particularly beautiful and awe-inspiring.

1) This majestic photo of a bald eagle "fishing" was captured in Darlington. Perfect timing. Simply stunning.
Ferd Brundick / Flickr
2) A Barred Owl is spotted hanging out at the C&O Canal.
Ketzirah Lesser & Art Drauglis / Flickr
3) This scaly little serpent is a black rat snake. He was spotted on a softball field in Columbia.
Matt Reinbold / Flickr
4) These firey foxes were seen having a rest in Chevy Chase.
John R Whitaker / Flickr
5) This mama and her baby were caught being fabulous at Great Falls Park.
ehpien / Flickr
6) It's always a treat spotting a great blue heron. This photo was taken at Blackwater Wildlife Refuge.
Beau Considine / Flickr
7) Oh deer. This adventurous guy was seen splashing around in the Potomac River.
Bob Marquart / Flickr

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8) This artsy photo features a flock of European Starlings spotted at Sandy Point State Park.
Mr.TinDC / Flickr
9) These handsome Assateague Island inhabitants demand all things regal with their flowing manes.
Dany_M / Flickr
10) I dare you to try to be more laid back than this gray squirrel. This cheeky little creature was spotted in Bethesda.
ehpien / Flickr
11) This teeny tiny salamander was found under a rock in Anne Arundel County.
Matt Reinbold / Flickr
12) This Cope's Gray Tree Frog was seen chilling out in Caroline County.
Matt Tillett / Flickr
13) This peaceful shot was taken in Fort Meade.
Matt Reinbold / Flickr
14) This very special all-white deer was photographed at the C&O Canal. Pretty magical.
Jerry Edmundson / Flickr
15) This is THE sassiest bird I have ever seen. This tufted titmouse was photographed in Bethesda.
ehpien / Flickr

Do you enjoy photographing wildlife? Are you a bird watcher or have had a special encounter with a wild animal in our state? If you have any of your own stunning photos, feel free to share them on the Only In Maryland Facebook page.

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