Duck Pond
Ecosystem Overview
The Duck Pond ecosystem supports 9 documented wildlife species across 8 taxonomic genera. Located in los angeles county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Pasadena nearby has 91% more documented species, Duck Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #71 for species diversity among 132 los angeles county County natural areas, placing it in the 46th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 9 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Gambusia affinis
Mosquito fish
Graptemys ouachitensis
Ouachita Map Turtle
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Solanum nigrum
black nightshade
Graptemys pseudogeographica
False Map Turtle
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Regional Wildlife Network
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