Oxnard
Ecosystem Overview
The Oxnard ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 81 taxonomic genera. Located in ventura 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 #2 for species diversity among 21 ventura 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 100 total documented species.
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Niebla cephalota
Calidris mauri
Western Sandpiper
Chroicocephalus philadelphia
Bonaparte's Gull
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia
beach suncup
Zalophus californianus
California Sealion
Larus occidentalis
Western Gull
Podiceps nigricollis
black-necked grebe
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Cakile maritima
sea rocket
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Ambrosia chamissonis
beachbur
Sterna forsteri
forster’s tern
Aythya affinis
Lesser Scaup
Numenius americanus
long-billed curlew
Calidris alba
sanderling
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Limosa fedoa
Marbled Godwit
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Ventura County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Oxnard. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Oxnardwithin Ventura County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.