Buttonwillow
Ecosystem Overview
The Buttonwillow ecosystem supports 17 documented wildlife species across 17 taxonomic genera. Located in kern county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Bakersfield nearby has 82% more documented species, Buttonwillow offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 21 kern county County natural areas, placing it in the 76th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 17 total documented species.
Streptopelia decaocto
collared dove, eurasian collared dove
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Euphagus cyanocephalus
Brewer's blackbird
Solanum elaeagnifolium
Silverleaf nightshade
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Musca autumnalis
face fly
Anaxyrus boreas
Western Toad
Falco peregrinus
peregrine falcon
Corvus corax
common raven
Sayornis nigricans
black phoebe
Medicago lupulina
Black medick
Eremalche parryi
Gilia tricolor
Bird'S-Eye Gilia
Lepidium didymum
Lesser swinecress
Stutzia covillei
Coville's orach
Helianthus annuus
Garden Sunflower
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kern County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Buttonwillow. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Buttonwillowwithin Kern County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.