Hilltop Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Hilltop Lake ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in contra costa 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 Contra Costa County nearby has 84% more documented species, Hilltop Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #28 for species diversity among 45 contra costa county County natural areas, placing it in the 38th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 16 total documented species.
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Larus californicus
California Gull
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Ischnura cervula
Pacific Forktail
Procambarus clarkii
red swamp crawfish
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Aphelocoma californica
California/Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
Aythya valisineria
Canvasback
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Melozone crissalis
California Towhee
Dryobates nuttallii
Nuttall's Woodpecker
Butorides virescens
green heron
Meleagris gallopavo
Turkey
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Regional Wildlife Network
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