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Whittier Narrows Nature Center in South El Monte features a mile-long nature trail and a wildlife sanctuary protecting more than 150 species of plants and animals. The museum on the 277-acre site displays changing exhibits of fish, plants, amphibians and reptiles native to the area. 1000 N. Durfee Ave. Information: (818) 444-1872.
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