Are there plans for additional public trails in the wetland?
A number of considerations must be recognized before public access beyond what is now allowed can be made. First of all, the reserve is primarily a wildlife refuge, meaning the wildlife must be protected from disturbances. This is especially critical during nesting seasons, when birds will frequently abandon their nests if disturbed. Since some of the wetland is still an active oil field, various governmental safety and security regulations prohibit public access to those areas. However, some peripheral and limited interior public accesses are under consideration and will probably be implemented in the near future. What kinds of wildlife will we see at Bolsa Chica? The most visible wildlife are the birds. Their numbers and species vary greatly from season to season. A total of about 200 species of birds have been spotted in the Bolsa Chica at various times. Some are year round residents, others are migratory and are present for a short time. Some members of both groups nest in the Bols
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