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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.
Mourning Dove
House Finch
Northern Mockingbird
Starling
Cliff Swallow
Anna'S Hummingbird
House Sparrow
Western Scrub Jay
Great-Tailed Grackle
Collared Dove
Kildeer
Brown-Headed Cowbird
Raven
California Quail
Black Phoebe

Bullock'S Oriole
Western Kingbird
Bewick'S Wren
Mallard
Ash-Throated Flycatcher
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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 Shafter ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 75 taxonomic genera. Located in Kern County, California, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Kern County, Shafter hosts 8% more species diversity. This location ranks #72 for species diversity among 100 Kern County County natural areas, placing it in the 28th percentile for biodiversity.