Redwood City
Ecosystem Overview
The Redwood City ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 84 taxonomic genera. Located in san mateo county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 28 san mateo county County natural areas, placing it in the 89th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Lepus californicus
Black-tailed Jack Rabbit
Calypte anna
Anna's Hummingbird
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Sayornis nigricans
black phoebe
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Himantopus mexicanus
Black-necked Stilt
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Recurvirostra americana
American avocet
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Calochortus albus
fairy-lantern
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Pedicularis densiflora
Indian warrior
Hirundo rustica
barn swallow
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Toxicodendron diversilobum
poison oak
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in San Mateo County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Redwood Citywithin San Mateo County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.