Pond D
Ecosystem Overview
The Pond D ecosystem supports 33 documented wildlife species across 28 taxonomic genera. Located in orange county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Anaheim nearby has 67% more documented species, Pond D offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #33 for species diversity among 73 orange county County natural areas, placing it in the 55th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 33 total documented species.
Himantopus mexicanus
Black-necked Stilt
Recurvirostra americana
American avocet
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Spatula cyanoptera
Cinnamon Teal
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Plegadis chihi
White-faced Ibis
Calidris mauri
Western Sandpiper
Fulica americana
American Coot
Calidris melanotos
pectoral sandpiper
Tachycineta bicolor
Tree/Violet-Green Swallow
Anas crecca
teal, common teal
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Calypte anna
Anna's Hummingbird
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Sayornis nigricans
black phoebe
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Selasphorus sasin
Allen's Hummingbird
Gallinago delicata
Wilson's Snipe
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Regional Wildlife Network
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