Pixley National Wildlife Refuge

Pixley National Wildlife Refuge is a protected area located in California, USA. It consists of wetland habitats and serves as a vital stopover for migratory birds, offering birdwatching and wildlife observation opportunities.

The southern valley’s greatest location for viewing Sandhill Cranes in winter is here. Pixley helps save the most endangered species in the southern San Joaquin Valley. Pixley National Wildlife Refuge is found in the San Joaquin Valley of California, 45 miles north of Bakersfield and 35 miles south of Tulare.

Within its 6,389 acres, the reserve protects a rare example of the grasslands, vernal ponds, and playas that formerly surrounded ancient Tulare Lake. The refuge is home to over 100 bird species and 6 types of reptiles.

Shorebirds and migratory ducks can find homes on about 300 acres of maintained wetlands. Examples of endangered and vulnerable species are the San Joaquin kit fox, blunt-nosed leopard lizard, Tipton kangaroo rat, and vernal pool fairy shrimp.

Over a hundred bird species and six different kinds of reptiles call the nature refuge home. Shorebirds and migratory ducks have a place to stay on the 300 acres (120 ha) of maintained wetlands that serve as their habitat. In the United States, endangered and vulnerable species include the San Joaquin kit fox, blunt-nosed leopard lizard, Tipton kangaroo rat, and vernal pool fairy shrimp.

Location: Address: Rd 88, Earlimart, CA 93219, United States

Phone number: +1 661-725-2767

Email:  miguel_jimenez@fws.gov

Opens– Closed: 6 am–5 pm

Area: 28.08 km²

Management: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service