Westlake
Ecosystem Overview
The Westlake ecosystem supports 7 documented wildlife species across 7 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 93% more documented species, Westlake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #78 for species diversity among 132 los angeles county County natural areas, placing it in the 41th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 7 total documented species.
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Larus californicus
California Gull
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Alopochen aegyptiaca
Egyptian Goose
Oenothera speciosa
white evening-primrose
Ictalurus punctatus
Graceful Catfish
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Regional Wildlife Network
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