North Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The North Lake ecosystem supports 75 documented wildlife species across 65 taxonomic genera. Located in san francisco city and county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Francisco nearby has 25% more documented species, North Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 21 san francisco city and county County natural areas, placing it in the 76th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 75 total documented species.
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Fulica americana
American Coot
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Zonotrichia atricapilla
Golden-crowned Sparrow
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Melozone crissalis
California Towhee
Aythya affinis
Lesser Scaup
Setophaga townsendi
Townsend's Warbler
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Poecile rufescens
Chestnut-backed Chickadee
Calypte anna
Anna's Hummingbird
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Passerella iliaca
Fox Sparrow (Slate-Colored)
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Selasphorus sasin
Allen's Hummingbird
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in San Francisco City And County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near North 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 North 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.