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NATURE AT THE HART
The former ranch residence of famed silent film star, William S. Hart,
was bequeathed to Los Angeles County for the benefit of the public.
The park has 265 acres of land which includes an animal barnyard,
hiking trails, and a herd of American Bison.

NATIVE ANIMALS
Cottontail Rabbits have light brown, thick, furry Red-tailed Hawks are usually
coats with short white tails. While you might see seen soaring in the sky or perched
them during the day, the best times to spot them on the tree tops. Three things to
are at dawn, dusk, or at night when they are look for are the transparent red tail that looks
most active. Look for them in open grassy areas pale orange on the underside, a dark brown
or even in your backyard. belly band, and a black bar on the fore edge
of the wing.
Western Fence Lizards
are also known as "blue Turkey Vultures are easy to locate. Look for a
bellies," which refers to the black body, red head, and grayish feathers on
bright blue markings on their the underside of the wings. They are usually
undersides, especially on adult males. They are seen soaring in wide circles with their two-toned
generally gray-brown to black, and often found wings spread in the shape of a broad "V."
basking in the sun along the trail to the Museum.
Males can be observed doing "push-up" displays Mule Deer are not easily seen wild in the
to defend territory and attract females. park because they typically can hear you
before you see them. They are known for
The California Scrub-Jay is often mistakenly their black tipped tails and "mule like" ears.
called a Blue Jay because of its vibrant blue color.
You can spot one by its blue coloring, white
throat, and olive-gray back. The best place to
spot a California Scrub-Jay is in the oak trees.