Willits
Ecosystem Overview
The Willits ecosystem supports 25 documented wildlife species across 25 taxonomic genera. Located in mendocino county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Mendocino County nearby has 75% more documented species, Willits offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 9 mendocino county County natural areas, placing it in the 56th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 25 total documented species.
Calypte anna
Anna's Hummingbird
Andricus quercuscalifornicus
Papilio rutulus
Western Tiger Swallowtail
Ochlodes sylvanoides
Woodland Skipper
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Aphelocoma californica
California/Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
Bombycilla cedrorum
cedar waxwing
Poecile rufescens
Chestnut-backed Chickadee
Piranga ludoviciana
western tanager
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Psaltriparus minimus
American Bushtit
Vulpicida canadensis
Brodiaea elegans
elegant cluster-lily
Hemizonia congesta
hayfield tarweed
Callipepla californica
California Quail
Dryocopus pileatus
Pileated Woodpecker
Zonotrichia leucophrys
white-crowned sparrow
Spinus psaltria
lesser goldfinch
Arum italicum
italian lords-and-ladies
Lathyrus tingitanus
Tangier Pea
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Mendocino County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Willits. 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 Willitswithin Mendocino County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.