Pond A
Ecosystem Overview
The Pond A ecosystem supports 19 documented wildlife species across 18 taxonomic genera. Located in orange county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Anaheim nearby has 81% more documented species, Pond A offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #40 for species diversity among 73 orange county County natural areas, placing it in the 45th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 19 total documented species.
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Nyctanassa violacea
Yellow-Crowned Night Heron
Hydroprogne caspia
Caspian tern
Podiceps nigricollis
black-necked grebe
Tachycineta bicolor
Tree/Violet-Green Swallow
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Psaltriparus minimus
American Bushtit
Atriplex prostrata
hastate orache,spear-leaved orache
Pluchea odorata
sweet-scent
Bacopa monnieri
herb-of-grace
Pelecanus occidentalis
Brown Pelican (Southern)
Zonotrichia leucophrys
white-crowned sparrow
Bassia hyssopifolia
Fivehorn smotherweed
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Plegadis chihi
White-faced Ibis
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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