Kern County’s vast government-protected lands sustain abundant wildlife. Deer, black bear, coyotes, mountain lions, bobcats and hundreds of bird species are found frequently.Those not fortunate enough to see animals in the wild can visit one of several locations housing and protecting native species.
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The California Living Museum at Bakersfield, Exotic Feline Breeding Compound at Rosamond, and Tule Elk State Reserve near Tupman are open to public viewing. Those who interests cater toward flying wildlife can visit the Kern National Wildlife Refuge near Delano or Audubon’s Kern River Preserve near Weldon.
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