Santee Lake #7
Ecosystem Overview
The Santee Lake #7 ecosystem supports 7 documented wildlife species across 7 taxonomic genera. Located in san diego county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Diego nearby has 93% more documented species, Santee Lake #7 offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #57 for species diversity among 89 san diego county County natural areas, placing it in the 36th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 7 total documented species.
Spatula cyanoptera
Cinnamon Teal
Fulica americana
American Coot
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
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Regional Wildlife Network
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