Treasure Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Treasure Island ecosystem supports 53 documented wildlife species across 51 taxonomic genera. Located in san francisco city and county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Francisco nearby has 47% more documented species, Treasure Island offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 21 san francisco city and county County natural areas, placing it in the 62th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 53 total documented species.
Zonotrichia leucophrys
white-crowned sparrow
Eucalyptus globulus
tasmanian-blue-gum
Distichlis spicata
Saltgrass
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Clarkia unguiculata
clarkia
Metrosideros excelsa
New Zealand Christmastree
Muehlenbeckia complexa
Maidenhair vine
Sambucus cerulea
blue elder
Zostera marina
eelgrass
Chasmanthe floribunda
African cornflag
Rubus ursinus
California blackberry
Leratiomyces ceres
Redlead Roundhead
Coprosma repens
Creeping mirrorplant
Pittosporum crassifolium
Stiffleaf cheesewood
Melilotus albus
white melilot
Calystegia purpurata
Oemleria cerasiformis
Indian plum
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Zalophus californianus
California Sealion
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in San Francisco City And County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Treasure Island. 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 Treasure Islandwithin San Francisco City And County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.