Duckbill Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Duckbill Lake ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in los angeles county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Pasadena nearby has 85% more documented species, Duckbill Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #60 for species diversity among 132 los angeles county County natural areas, placing it in the 55th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 15 total documented species.
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Pluvialis fulva
pacific golden plover
Larus californicus
California Gull
Aechmophorus occidentalis
Western Grebe
Podiceps nigricollis
black-necked grebe
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Molothrus ater
Brown-headed Cowbird
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Spatula cyanoptera
Cinnamon Teal
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Eremophila alpestris
horned lark
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
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Regional Wildlife Network
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