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Eagle Scout Lake

Ecosystem Overview

The Eagle Scout Lake ecosystem supports 11 documented wildlife species across 10 taxonomic genera. Located in san diego county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Diego nearby has 89% more documented species, Eagle Scout Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #49 for species diversity among 89 san diego county County natural areas, placing it in the 45th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

11
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
10
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
6
Common Species
Frequently observed species
5
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#49
Regional Rank
Out of 89 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common3 species
Common3 species
Occasional3 species
Rare2 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#49 of 89 locations
45th percentile for diversity
vs. San Diego
-89% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 11 total documented species.

Larus delawarensis

Larus delawarensis

Ring-billed Gull

Very Common3 obs.
Podilymbus podiceps

Podilymbus podiceps

Pied-billed grebe

Very Common2 obs.
Lithobates catesbeianus

Lithobates catesbeianus

Common Bullfrog

Very Common1 obs.
Trachemys scripta

Trachemys scripta

slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider

Very Common1 obs.
Actitis macularius

Actitis macularius

spotted sandpiper

Very Common1 obs.
Corvus brachyrhynchos

Corvus brachyrhynchos

American Crow

Common1 obs.
Mareca americana

Mareca americana

American Wigeon

Common1 obs.
Aythya valisineria

Aythya valisineria

Canvasback

Common1 obs.
Aythya affinis

Aythya affinis

Lesser Scaup

Common1 obs.
Aix sponsa

Aix sponsa

wood duck

Common1 obs.
Butorides virescens

Butorides virescens

green heron

Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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