Point Arena
Ecosystem Overview
The Point Arena ecosystem supports 22 documented wildlife species across 22 taxonomic genera. Located in mendocino county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Mendocino County nearby has 78% more documented species, Point Arena offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 9 mendocino county County natural areas, placing it in the 44th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 22 total documented species.
Euphagus cyanocephalus
Brewer's blackbird
Cisseps fulvicollis
Yellow-Collared Scape Moth
Haematopus bachmani
Black Oystercatcher
Corvus corax
common raven
Sayornis nigricans
black phoebe
Solanum laciniatum
kangaroo-apple
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Matricaria discoidea
pineapple weed
Baccharis pilularis
coyotebrush
Scrophularia californica
California figwort
Marah fabacea
valley manroot
Zonotrichia atricapilla
Golden-crowned Sparrow
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Lonicera japonica
Japanese honeysuckle
Lathyrus latifolius
Perennial pea
Hylephila phyleus
Fiery Skipper
Setophaga petechia
Yellow Warbler
Cymbalaria muralis
Kenilworth ivy
Glaucidium gnoma
Mountain Pygmy Owl
Vireo huttoni
Hutton's Vireo
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Mendocino County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Point Arena. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Point Arenawithin Mendocino County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.