Ojai
Ecosystem Overview
The Ojai ecosystem supports 79 documented wildlife species across 72 taxonomic genera. Located in ventura 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 Oxnard nearby has 21% more documented species, Ojai offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 21 ventura county County natural areas, placing it in the 52th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 79 total documented species.
Lupinus hirsutissimus
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Eriogonum fasciculatum
wild buckwheat
Keckiella cordifolia
Mirabilis laevis
Sceloporus occidentalis
Pacific blue-bellied lizard
Sairocarpus multiflorus
Sylvilagus audubonii
Desert Cottontail
Artemisia californica
California sagebrush
Adenostoma fasciculatum
chamise
Sialia mexicana
Western Bluebird
Toxostoma redivivum
California Thrasher
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Melozone crissalis
California Towhee
Uta stansburiana
Side-blotched Lizard
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Misumenoides formosipes
Whitebanded Crab Spider
Hyles lineata
White-lined sphinx
Copestylum fraudulentum
Bombus crotchii
Crotch bumble bee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Ventura County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Ojai. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Ojaiwithin Ventura County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.