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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 55 total documented species.
House Finch
Mourning Dove
Northern Mockingbird
Starling
Anna'S Hummingbird
Cliff Swallow
Western Scrub Jay
Brown-Headed Cowbird
Collared Dove
Great-Tailed Grackle
Kildeer
House Sparrow
Brewer'S Blackbird
Black Phoebe

Bullock'S Oriole
Western Kingbird
California Quail
American Robin
Raven
Bewick'S Wren
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Kern 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 Kern County County.
The Bakersfield ecosystem supports 55 documented wildlife species across 53 taxonomic genera. Located in Kern County, California, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 12 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Shafter nearby has 31% more documented species, Bakersfield offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.