Locations in Merced County, California
Species in Merced County
Common Species in Merced County
Showing 15 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Himantopus mexicanus
Black-necked Stilt
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Otospermophilus beecheyi
California ground squirrel
Plegadis chihi
White-faced Ibis
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Spatula cyanoptera
Cinnamon Teal
Sylvilagus audubonii
Desert Cottontail
Silybum marianum
Gundagai Thistle
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Anas acuta
pintail, northern pintail
Sturnella neglecta
Western Meadowlark
Agelaius tricolor
Tricolored blackbird
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Natural Areas & Wildlife Locations in Merced County
Explore 47 documented locations in Merced County, California. Each area offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities with varying biodiversity levels.
🌿 High Biodiversity Hotspots (1 locations)
🦅 Wildlife Viewing Areas (1 locations)
🌱 Emerging & Specialized Areas (7 locations)
📍 Additional Locations (38 locations)
About Wildlife Data
Species counts represent documented wildlife observations from citizen science contributions. Higher counts often indicate areas with diverse habitats, active monitoring, or significant ecological importance. Each location offers unique opportunities to connect with Merced County's natural heritage.