Yosemite Lakes
Ecosystem Overview
The Yosemite Lakes ecosystem supports 45 documented wildlife species across 45 taxonomic genera. Located in madera county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 10 frequently observed species and 8 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Madera County nearby has 55% more documented species, Yosemite Lakes offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 11 madera county County natural areas, placing it in the 82th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 45 total documented species.
Pinus sabiniana
Bull Pine
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Otospermophilus beecheyi
California ground squirrel
Meleagris gallopavo
Turkey
Dryobates nuttallii
Nuttall's Woodpecker
Croton setiger
turkey mullein
Actinemys marmorata
western pond turtle
Callipepla californica
California Quail
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Calypte anna
Anna's Hummingbird
Aesculus californica
California buckeye
Holocarpha heermannii
Colaptes auratus
common flicker
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Melanerpes formicivorus
Acorn Woodpecker
Selasphorus rufus
Rufous/Allen'S Hummingbird
Anaxyrus boreas
Western Toad
Glycaspis brimblecombei
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Madera County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Yosemite Lakes. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Yosemite Lakeswithin Madera County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.