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Wildlife Spotting on California's Scenic Routes: What to See, Where & When
Expert guide to spotting bears, mountain lions, bighorn sheep & more.
“California's wild places are home to iconic wildlife: from black bears emerging from mountain meadows to elk herds grazing in coastal prairies.”
Black Bears
Where: Sierra Nevada, North Coast Ranges. When: May–October.
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