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GTA 6 Wildlife Guide: All Confirmed Animals & Pets

With over 170 species confirmed, here is every land, aquatic, and bird animal in GTA 6.

A scenic view of a forest with a river, featuring a large creature (possibly a mammal) walking near the water, while several deer are visible in the background amidst trees.
A scenic view of a forest with a river, featuring a large creature (possibly a mammal) walking near the water, while several deer are visible in the background amidst trees.
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By Alexandria LopezStaff Writer

  • Primary Subject: Grand Theft Auto VI
  • Key Update: Game Informer revealed that GTA 6 will feature over 170 animal species across Leonida, including interactive pets, land mammals, aquatic life, and birds.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: October 2, 2026
  • Quick Answer: GTA 6 features over 170 animal species—including alligators, sharks, and various dog breeds—with interactive mechanics like petting and studying animals in the world.

We already knew that GTA 6 will have alligators in swamps, but the wildlife is a bit more diverse than that.

Game Informer recently dropped a 14-page special on all things GTA 6, with Rockstar providing additional insight into what the game will feature. This included the wildlife, and spoiler alert: there's a lot.

Here's what we know about the animals scattered throughout Leonida!

Exploring GTA 6's Wildlife

According to exclusive details Rockstar provided to Game Informer, GTA 6 will feature over 170 animal species. This includes 60 birds, over 30 land mammals, various fish, reptiles, and more.

A serene landscape featuring a body of water surrounded by tall grasses and trees, with various birds flying in the sky and a crane standing by the water's edge. Wildlife, including deer, can be seen in the background. The scene is bathed in warm, golden light, suggesting either sunrise or sunset.
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Credit: Game Informer, Rockstar Games

In previous trailers and official cover art, we saw manatees, flamingos, pelicans, and alligators. This makes sense - after all, Leonida is based on Florida, so it's likely we'll encounter wildlife that's local to the state.

But now, we have additional confirmation on some of the other critters that will feature thanks to the Game Informer interview.

Here is every confirmed animal in GTA 6 so far:

Land Animals

  • Beavers
  • Boars
  • Bobcats
  • Cane Toads
  • Cats
  • Cougar
  • Deer
  • Dogs (Chihuahua, Doberman, German Shepherd, Rottweiler)
  • Iguanas
  • Monkeys (Rhesus macaque)
  • Nine-banded armadillos
  • Otters
  • Raccoons
  • Snakes
  • Squirrels

Aquatic Animals

  • Alligators
  • Dolphins
  • Eels
  • Fish
  • Jellyfish
  • Manatees
  • Sea Turtle
  • Sharks
  • Whales

Birds

  • Ducks
  • Eagles
  • Flamingoes
  • Cranes
  • Pigeons
  • Pelicans
  • Seagulls
  • Spoonbills
  • Storks
  • Woodpeckers

Can You Have Pets in GTA 6?

It's currently unconfirmed whether Jason and Lucia can own pets in GTA 6. However, it wouldn't be that far-fetched.

A scenic view featuring a bridge over a river with people walking, surrounded by lush greenery and a waterfall in the background.
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Credit: Game Informer, Rockstar Games

During the Extended Look, we saw Jason interact with a dog. As he approached the furry friend, on-screen prompts showed the option to Pet, Scold, or Study the animal. Since it's been programmed that Jason can interact with dogs, it's possible he might be able to own one.

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