In Sapporo, Japan, you may encounter urban wildlife such as birds, insects and small mammals. Brown bears and deer live in the nearby mountainous regions of Hokkaido, while red-crowned cranes and Blakiston's fish owls, which are rare, inhabit the nearby wetlands. Seals and various seabirds can be seen in the nearby coastal areas. Please note that encounters with larger wildlife are rare within the city limits, but are possible in nearby parks or on trips to rural areas.