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Model Yacht Pond

Ecosystem Overview

The Model Yacht Pond ecosystem supports 10 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 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Diego nearby has 90% more documented species, Model Yacht Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #51 for species diversity among 89 san diego county County natural areas, placing it in the 43th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

10
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
10
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
6
Common Species
Frequently observed species
4
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#51
Regional Rank
Out of 89 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common3 species
Common3 species
Occasional3 species
Rare1 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#51 of 89 locations
43th percentile for diversity
vs. San Diego
-90% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.

Fulica americana

Fulica americana

American Coot

Very Common3 obs.
Mareca americana

Mareca americana

American Wigeon

Very Common3 obs.
Megaceryle alcyon

Megaceryle alcyon

Belted Kingfisher

Very Common1 obs.
Egretta caerulea

Egretta caerulea

Little Blue Heron

Very Common1 obs.
Corvus brachyrhynchos

Corvus brachyrhynchos

American Crow

Very Common1 obs.
Zenaida macroura

Zenaida macroura

Mourning Dove

Common1 obs.
Zonotrichia leucophrys

Zonotrichia leucophrys

white-crowned sparrow

Common1 obs.
Branta canadensis

Branta canadensis

Canada goose

Common1 obs.
Haemorhous mexicanus

Haemorhous mexicanus

House Finch

Common1 obs.
Sturnus vulgaris

Sturnus vulgaris

starling

Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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