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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 77 total documented species.
Western Fence Lizard
Turkey Vulture
Mule Deer
White-Crowned Sparrow
Chicken Hawk
Anna'S Hummingbird
Gray Digger
Mallard

House Finch
Lesser Goldfinch
American Crow
Western Gull
Ruddyduck
Red-Winged Blackbird
Dark-Eyed Junco
Myrtle Warbler
Western Scrub Jay
Acorn Woodpecker
Western Bluebird
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo County County.
The Atascadero ecosystem supports 77 documented wildlife species across 72 taxonomic genera. Located in San Luis Obispo County, California, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Luis Obispo County nearby has 4% more documented species, Atascadero offers unique wildlife observation opportunities.