Dollar Point
Ecosystem Overview
The Dollar Point ecosystem supports 29 documented wildlife species across 29 taxonomic genera. Located in placer county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Placer County nearby has 71% more documented species, Dollar Point offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 14 placer county County natural areas, placing it in the 64th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 29 total documented species.
Sisymbrium altissimum
tall rocket
Wyethia mollis
Purshia tridentata
bitterbrush
Chamaenerion angustifolium
French-Willow
Rubus parviflorus
Quercus vacciniifolia
Merhynchites bicolor
Hemipenthes sinuosus
Camnula pellucida
Clear-Winged Locust
Ursus americanus
American Black Bear
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Poecile gambeli
Mountain Chickadee (Rocky Mts.)
Abies concolor
Low'S Fir
Arctostaphylos patula
green-leaf manzanita
Pyrola dentata
tooth-leaved wintergreen
Pleuricospora fimbriolata
fringed pinesap
Sarcodes sanguinea
Lupinus polyphyllus
Garden lupin
Conium maculatum
hemlock
Cirsium andersonii
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Placer County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Dollar Point. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Dollar Pointwithin Placer County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.