Laguna Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Laguna Lake ecosystem supports 74 documented wildlife species across 63 taxonomic genera. Located in san luis obispo county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 15 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Luis Obispo nearby has 26% more documented species, Laguna Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 22 san luis obispo county County natural areas, placing it in the 59th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 74 total documented species.
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Psaltriparus minimus
American Bushtit
Junonia grisea
Passerculus sandwichensis
Savannah Sparrow
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Larus occidentalis
Western Gull
Sturnella neglecta
Western Meadowlark
Gambusia affinis
Mosquito fish
Setophaga townsendi
Townsend's Warbler
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Hydroprogne caspia
Caspian tern
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Falco sparverius
American Kestrel
Zonotrichia leucophrys
white-crowned sparrow
Sayornis nigricans
black phoebe
Calypte anna
Anna's Hummingbird
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in San Luis Obispo County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Laguna Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Laguna Lakewithin San Luis Obispo County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.