Lathrop
Ecosystem Overview
The Lathrop ecosystem supports 69 documented wildlife species across 67 taxonomic genera. Located in san joaquin county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 14 frequently observed species and 13 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Stockton nearby has 31% more documented species, Lathrop offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 15 san joaquin county County natural areas, placing it in the 73th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 69 total documented species.
Orthodon microlepidotus
Sacramento blackfish
Oncorhynchus tshawytscha
Chinook salmon
Catostomus occidentalis
Sacramento sucker
Lepomis macrochirus
Bluegill sunfish
Morone saxatilis
Rockfish
Corbicula fluminea
asian clam
Cyprinella lutrensis
Red shiner
Dorosoma petenense
Threadfin shad
Lepomis microlophus
Redear
Hydrophilus triangularis
Croton setiger
turkey mullein
Acer negundo
ash-leaved maple, box-elder
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
Oswego Bass
Tribulus terrestris
Puncturevine
Mollugo verticillata
Common Carpetweed
Calycomyza humeralis
Tramea lacerata
Black Saddlebags
Hetaerina americana
American Rubyspot
Andricus quercuscalifornicus
Pectinatella magnifica
Magnificent Bryozoan
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in San Joaquin County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lathrop. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lathropwithin San Joaquin County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.