Merced
Ecosystem Overview
The Merced ecosystem supports 88 documented wildlife species across 77 taxonomic genera. Located in merced county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 18 frequently observed species and 17 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Merced County nearby has 12% more documented species, Merced offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 9 merced county County natural areas, placing it in the 78th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 88 total documented species.
Glycaspis brimblecombei
Calypte anna
Anna's Hummingbird
Senecio vulgaris
groundsel
Asclepias fascicularis
Mexican milkweed
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Silybum marianum
Gundagai Thistle
Sorghum halepense
great millet, johnson grass
Poa annua
annual meadow-grass
Bromus diandrus
Ripgut brome
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Leptoglossus zonatus
Large-Legged Bug
Dipterostemon capitatus
Veronica persica
common field-speedwell
Malvella leprosa
ivy-leaf-sida
Pituophis catenifer
Bullsnake [sayi]
Passerculus sandwichensis
Savannah Sparrow
Ophelimus maskelli
Gall wasp
Trachymela sloanei
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Merced County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Merced. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Mercedwithin Merced County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.