Rocklin
Ecosystem Overview
The Rocklin ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 89 taxonomic genera. Located in placer 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 #1 for species diversity among 14 placer county County natural areas, placing it in the 93th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Pica nuttalli
yellow-billed magpie
Quercus douglasii
blue oak
Hippodamia convergens
convergent lady beetle
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Quercus lobata
Valley Oak
Nemophila menziesii
Baby blue eyes
Andricus quercuscalifornicus
Otospermophilus beecheyi
California ground squirrel
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Quercus wislizeni
Interior Live Oak
Sceloporus occidentalis
Pacific blue-bellied lizard
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Spinus psaltria
lesser goldfinch
Cynips douglasi
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Coccinella septempunctata
7-spot ladybird
Quercus morehus
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Melanerpes formicivorus
Acorn Woodpecker
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Placer County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Rocklin. 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 Rocklinwithin Placer County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.