Lily Pond
Ecosystem Overview
The Lily Pond ecosystem supports 30 documented wildlife species across 29 taxonomic genera. Located in san francisco city and county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Francisco nearby has 70% more documented species, Lily Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 21 san francisco city and county County natural areas, placing it in the 57th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 30 total documented species.
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Sayornis nigricans
black phoebe
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Geranium reuteri
Canis latrans
Prairie Wolf
Tachycineta thalassina
Violet-green Swallow
Phalaropus lobatus
red-necked phalarope
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Araneus diadematus
european garden spider
Araneus trifolium
Shamrock Orbweaver
Batrachoseps attenuatus
California Slender Salamander
Fulica americana
American Coot
Calypte anna
Anna's Hummingbird
Colaptes auratus
common flicker
Empidonax traillii
Willow Flycatcher
Poecile rufescens
Chestnut-backed Chickadee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in San Francisco City And County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lily Pond. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lily Pondwithin San Francisco City And County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.