Various types of birds can also be seen. Kelly Reservoir . But even seasonal water amid the sagebrush grasslands and volcanic ridges attracts large numbers of wildlife, especially birds. Paynes Creek . Bands of vegetation line the banks of the Sacramento River where it meets Paynes Creek, offering perches for birds and cover for small mammals.
Eagle Lake is California's second largest natural lake, and one of the more unique.
That can lead to buildup of contaminants that greatly reduce wildlife. However, Eagle Lake's unique water quality balance hosts a great variety of wildlife including trophy trout and birds attracted by the fish, all amid attractive scenery. The Bizz Johnson Trail winds 25 miles along the route of an historic rail line and a dozen miles along the Susan River. The varied habitat attracts a variety of wildlife, from beavers and belted kingfishers at the river to great horned owls and porcupines in the surrounding areas. Biscar Wildlife Area .