Wildlife

  • This guide provides an overview of animals that can be found on our preserves and in the Ojai Valley, including photos and descriptions of each animal.

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  • This page has information about birds that can be seen on our preserves and around the Ojai Valley.

    Download the birdwatching checklist for your next trip to our preserves or for your own backyard! Contribute to our eBird checklist by adding your observations.

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  • From fun facts to photography tips to animal encounters, get more information about wildlife in the Ojai Valley and OVLC preserves on this page.

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  • If you spot a critter in trouble, check out this page to find out what you can do to help!

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  • Wildlife habitat gardens are a haven for local birds, butterflies, and other wildlife. The National Wildlife Federation provides resources on how to enhance your garden to support wildlife.

    National Wildlife Federation

  • This attractive, practical guide explains how to transform backyard gardens into living ecosystems that are not only enjoyable retreats for humans, but also thriving sanctuaries for wildlife. Beautifully illustrated with full-color photographs, this book provides easy-to-follow recommendations for providing food, cover, and water for birds, bees, butterflies, and other small animals.

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