Nipomo
Ecosystem Overview
The Nipomo ecosystem supports 25 documented wildlife species across 24 taxonomic genera. Located in san luis obispo county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San Luis Obispo nearby has 75% more documented species, Nipomo offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #13 for species diversity among 22 san luis obispo county County natural areas, placing it in the 41th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 25 total documented species.
Salvia mellifera
black sage
Adenostoma fasciculatum
chamise
Ericameria ericoides
California goldenbush
Quercus agrifolia
Coast Live Oak
Lupinus arboreus
Yellow bush lupine
Ceanothus impressus
Santa Barbara ceanothus
Frangula californica
California buckthorn
Bellis perennis
daisy
Artemisia californica
California sagebrush
Melanerpes formicivorus
Acorn Woodpecker
Ramalina menziesii
Lace Lichen
Eriogonum parvifolium
Ceanothus cuneatus
buckbrush ceanothus
Baccharis pilularis
coyotebrush
Eriophyllum confertiflorum
yellow-yarrow
Plantago erecta
Toxicodendron diversilobum
poison oak
Crocanthemum scoparium
broom-rose
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Silene laciniata
Mexican-pink
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in San Luis Obispo County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Nipomo. 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 Nipomowithin San Luis Obispo County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.