Piedmont
Ecosystem Overview
The Piedmont ecosystem supports 44 documented wildlife species across 43 taxonomic genera. Located in alameda county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 9 frequently observed species and 8 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Oakland nearby has 56% more documented species, Piedmont offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #17 for species diversity among 33 alameda county County natural areas, placing it in the 48th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 44 total documented species.
Toxicodendron diversilobum
poison oak
Taraxia ovata
goldeneggs
Melozone crissalis
California Towhee
Claytonia perfoliata
Aphelocoma californica
California/Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
Pentagramma triangularis
goldenback fern
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Junonia grisea
Oxalis pes-caprae
Bermuda buttercup
Artemisia californica
California sagebrush
Sphaerophoria sulphuripes
Baccha cognata
Musca autumnalis
face fly
Pieris rapae
small white
Sialia mexicana
Western Bluebird
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Prenolepis imparis
Small Honey Ant
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Piedmontwithin Alameda County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.