Forest Meadows
Ecosystem Overview
The Forest Meadows ecosystem supports 18 documented wildlife species across 18 taxonomic genera. Located in calaveras county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Calaveras County nearby has 82% more documented species, Forest Meadows offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 9 calaveras county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 18 total documented species.
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Melanerpes formicivorus
Acorn Woodpecker
Chamaebatia foliolosa
mountain misery
Melozone crissalis
California Towhee
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Alopecosa kochi
Sialia mexicana
Western Bluebird
Quercus kelloggii
California black oak
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Toxicodendron diversilobum
poison oak
Callipepla californica
California Quail
Pinus sabiniana
Bull Pine
Eriodictyon californicum
Colonus hesperus
Pipilo maculatus
Spotted Towhee (Maculatus Group)
Vireo huttoni
Hutton's Vireo
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Calaveras County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Forest Meadows. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (6 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Forest Meadowswithin Calaveras County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.