Middle Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Middle Lake ecosystem supports 21 documented wildlife species across 19 taxonomic genera. Located in san francisco city and county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Francisco nearby has 79% more documented species, Middle Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #12 for species diversity among 21 san francisco city and county County natural areas, placing it in the 43th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 21 total documented species.
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Calypte anna
Anna's Hummingbird
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Piranga ludoviciana
western tanager
Geothlypis trichas
Common Yellowthroat (Arizela Group)
Catharus guttatus
Hermit Thrush
Passerella iliaca
Fox Sparrow (Slate-Colored)
Delairea odorata
Cape-ivy
Marah fabacea
valley manroot
Canis latrans
Prairie Wolf
Zonotrichia atricapilla
Golden-crowned Sparrow
Myosotis latifolia
Setophaga townsendi
Townsend's Warbler
Setophaga petechia
Yellow Warbler
Leiothlypis celata
Orange-crowned Warbler
Troglodytes pacificus
Pacific Wren
Empidonax difficilis
Pacific-slope Flycatcher
Certhia americana
American Treecreeper
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Vireo huttoni
Hutton's Vireo
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in San Francisco City And County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Middle Lake. 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 Middle Lakewithin San Francisco City And County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.