California is a state in the Western United States that lies on the Pacific Coast. It borders Oregon to the north, Nevada and Arizona to the east, and shares an international border with the Mexican state of Baja California to the south. With over 39 million residents across an area of 163,696 square miles, it is the largest state by population and third-largest by area.
Amphibian: California red-legged frog
Bird: California quail
Crustacean: Dungeness crab
Fish: Fresh water: Golden trout · Marine: Garibaldi
AdDownload our free guide on where to spot spring wildflowers in Californiastateparks. As the weather warms, California explodes in a vibrant display of floral sights & smells.
AdAnza-Borrego Desert State Park is the largest state park in California. 500 miles of dirt roads and extensive hiking trails provide access to the CA desert.
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