Merced Vernal Pools and Grassland Reserve supports a rich diversity of wildlife, and community science platforms like iNaturalist help document that biodiversity over time. This page features recent observations of plants, animals, and fungi recorded by students, researchers, and nature enthusiasts.

These observations represent a curated sample of species found at the reserve, including both native and migratory wildlife. For the most complete and up-to-date record of species documented at  Merced Vernal Pools and Grassland Reserve, visit the reserve’s iNaturalist.

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