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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 75 total documented species.
Chicken Hawk

Kildeer
Bull Thistle
Cinnamon Teal
Savannah Sparrow
Gray Digger
Shoveler
White-Faced Ibis
Gadwall
Northern Mockingbird

Ripgut Brome
Western Meadowlark
Red-Winged Blackbird

Moss Pygmyweed
Pintail
Ae'O
Hemlock
Desert Cottontail

Tricolored Blackbird
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Merced 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 Merced County County.
The Merced ecosystem supports 75 documented wildlife species across 66 taxonomic genera. Located in Merced County, California, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Merced County nearby has 6% more documented species, Merced offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.