Pond 10a
Ecosystem Overview
The Pond 10a ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 13 taxonomic genera. Located in san diego county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Diego nearby has 85% more documented species, Pond 10a offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #44 for species diversity among 89 san diego county County natural areas, placing it in the 51th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 15 total documented species.
Phoenicopterus ruber
American flamingo
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Egretta rufescens
Reddish Egret
Limnodromus griseus
Short-billed Dowitcher
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Calidris alpina
dunlin
Aechmophorus occidentalis
Western Grebe
Anas acuta
pintail, northern pintail
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Himantopus mexicanus
Black-necked Stilt
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Sturnella neglecta
Western Meadowlark
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Ardea alba
Great Egret
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Regional Wildlife Network
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