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California oak woodland

California oak woodland is a special kind of forest that is found in California. It is made up of trees called oak trees that have large, wide leaves that help them to soak up lots of sunlight. These trees grow very tall and are very strong. They have been around for a very long time, even longer than your great-great-great-grandparents.

The California oak woodland is a great place for animals to live. Many different kinds of animals make their homes here, like birds, squirrels, raccoons, and deer. There are even some animals that live here that you might never see anywhere else, like the western gray squirrel or the California spotted owl.

People like to visit California oak woodland too. It is a beautiful place to explore, and there are lots of things to see and do. You can go hiking, take pictures of the trees and animals, or just relax and enjoy the peacefulness of the forest.

It's important to take care of the California oak woodland so that it can continue to be a home for animals and a great place for people to visit. People who work in the forest make sure that the trees and animals are well taken care of, and they make sure that people who visit the forest follow some rules to keep the forest safe and clean. We want to make sure that the California oak woodland lasts for a very long time, so everyone can enjoy it for many years to come.