Pixley National Wildlife Refuge

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Wildlife

Over 100 bird and 6 reptile species use the wildlife refuge. Approximately Script error: No such module "convert". of managed wetlands provide habitat for migratory waterfowl and shorebirds. Threatened and endangered species include the San Joaquin kit fox, blunt-nosed leopard lizard, Tipton kangaroo rat, and the vernal pool fairy shrimp.

Access

Refuge visitation is by special arrangement only.

References

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