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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 73 total documented species.
Buttonbush

Pusley
Musk Stork'S-Bill

Bermuda Buttercup
Chicken Hawk
Callery Pear

Tall Flatsedge

Lamb'S-Ear
Puncturevine
Hairy Thorn-Apple
Swainson'S Hawk

Mourning Dove


Jumping Spider

Castor
Gray Digger

Mother Of Thousands

Godetia
Groundsel
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Stanislaus County County, California
These comparisons are based on documented wildlife observations from citizen science data. Locations with higher species counts may have more observation activity, different habitat types, or larger coverage areas. Regional rankings help identify biodiversity hotspots and unique natural areas within Stanislaus County County.
The Modesto ecosystem supports 73 documented wildlife species across 71 taxonomic genera. Located in Stanislaus County, California, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 15 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Stanislaus County nearby has 5% more documented species, Modesto offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.