Seaside
Ecosystem Overview
The Seaside ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 92 taxonomic genera. Located in monterey county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 24 monterey county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Larus californicus
California Gull
Aphelocoma californica
California/Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
Sayornis nigricans
black phoebe
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Larus occidentalis
Western Gull
Sceloporus occidentalis
Pacific blue-bellied lizard
Setophaga townsendi
Townsend's Warbler
Larus heermanni
Heermann's Gull
Fulica americana
American Coot
Lynx rufus
Lince Americano
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Oenothera elata
Hooker's evening-primrose
Senecio vulgaris
groundsel
Oxalis pes-caprae
Bermuda buttercup
Eschscholzia californica
California poppy
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Monterey County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Seaside. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Seasidewithin Monterey County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.