Goleta
Ecosystem Overview
The Goleta ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 93 taxonomic genera. Located in santa barbara county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 12 santa barbara county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Urospermum picroides
False hawkbit
Calypte anna
Anna's Hummingbird
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Sialia mexicana
Western Bluebird
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Oxalis pes-caprae
Bermuda buttercup
Baccharis pilularis
coyotebrush
Megalorchestia benedicti
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Melanerpes formicivorus
Acorn Woodpecker
Sceloporus occidentalis
Pacific blue-bellied lizard
Sylvilagus bachmani
Brush Rabbit
Numenius americanus
long-billed curlew
Zonotrichia leucophrys
white-crowned sparrow
Tyrannus vociferans
Cassin's Kingbird
Cygnus olor
Mute Swan
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Kelletia kelletii
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Santa Barbara County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Goleta. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Goletawithin Santa Barbara County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.