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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 74 total documented species.
House Finch
Mourning Dove
Raven

Joshua Tree
Collared Dove
Brewer'S Blackbird
Starling
House Sparrow
Northern Mockingbird
California Quail
Western Scrub Jay
Brown-Headed Cowbird
Western Kingbird
Anna'S Hummingbird
Kildeer
Cliff Swallow


Bullock'S Oriole
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 Kern County ecosystem supports 74 documented wildlife species across 68 taxonomic genera. Located in Kern 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 Shafter nearby has 7% more documented species, Kern County offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.