Not much wildlife is seen in bay area hikes. Deer are occasionally spotted. Cows are common in spring and summer on lands where grazing is allowed. On rare occasions, coyotes, rattlesnakes and bobcats may be sighted. Birds abound in forested areas and marshlands. Two hikes are focused on wildlife: tule elk in Point Reyes and elephant seals in Año Nuevo. Also see Low Tide Hikes for seeing marine life in tidepools in low tide conditions. Hikes focused on birds include Palo Alto Baylands.