Bakersfield
Ecosystem Overview
The Bakersfield ecosystem supports 95 documented wildlife species across 91 taxonomic genera. Located in kern county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 20 frequently observed species and 18 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Kern County nearby has 5% more documented species, Bakersfield offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 21 kern county County natural areas, placing it in the 90th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 95 total documented species.
Hemidactylus turcicus
Mediterranean gecko
Sylvilagus audubonii
Desert Cottontail
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Geococcyx californianus
Greater Roadrunner
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Fulica americana
American Coot
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Otospermophilus beecheyi
California ground squirrel
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Sayornis nigricans
black phoebe
Corvus corax
common raven
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Anaxyrus boreas
Western Toad
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Pituophis catenifer
Bullsnake [sayi]
Sceloporus occidentalis
Pacific blue-bellied lizard
Uta stansburiana
Side-blotched Lizard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kern County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Bakersfield. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (5 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Bakersfieldwithin Kern County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.