Wildlife of Perris: Ravens, Crows, Dragonflies and Beetles

Perris sits in the inland valleys of western Riverside County, in southern California. The author's sightings here come from town edges and open ground: Common Ravens and American Crows overhead, a Variegated Meadowhawk dragonfly, Western Honey Bees in wilder patches, and familiar insects around buildings, including a Green June Beetle near lights after dark and House Flies. All six sightings were made over three days in August. Most came in the afternoon, between about 1 pm and 4 pm, with one in the evening around 8 pm. August afternoons here are hot, so carry water and shade, and use the cooler evening for insects drawn to lights. This is a virtual guide written by someone who has watched wildlife in Perris and logged real sightings with photos. It is not a tour, and the author will not be there with you. You get the author's notes on each species and can chat with the author to ask questions. Sightings are never guaranteed.