Moraga
Ecosystem Overview
The Moraga ecosystem supports 47 documented wildlife species across 47 taxonomic genera. Located in contra costa county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 10 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Contra Costa County nearby has 53% more documented species, Moraga offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #18 for species diversity among 45 contra costa county County natural areas, placing it in the 60th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 47 total documented species.
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Melanerpes formicivorus
Acorn Woodpecker
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Stereum hirsutum
Hairy Curtain Crust
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Sceloporus occidentalis
Pacific blue-bellied lizard
Diabrotica undecimpunctata
Spotted Cucumber Beetle
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Elanus leucurus
White-tailed Kite
Calypte anna
Anna's Hummingbird
Aneides lugubris
Arboreal salamander
Trametes versicolor
Turkeytail
Antheraea polyphemus
Polyphemus Moth
Sayornis nigricans
black phoebe
Sialia mexicana
Western Bluebird
Baeolophus inornatus
Oak Titmouse
Sitta carolinensis
White-Breasted Nuthatch (Interior West)
Caulorhiza umbonata
Gnorimoschema baccharisella
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Moragawithin Contra Costa County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.