Searsville Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Searsville Lake ecosystem supports 25 documented wildlife species across 23 taxonomic genera. Located in san mateo 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 Mateo County nearby has 75% more documented species, Searsville Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #17 for species diversity among 28 san mateo county County natural areas, placing it in the 39th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 25 total documented species.
Arbutus menziesii
Pacific madrone
Persicaria hydropiperoides
Mild Water-Pepper
Artemisia biennis
biennial wormwood
Persicaria amphibia
Procambarus clarkii
red swamp crawfish
Batrachoseps attenuatus
California Slender Salamander
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Ramalina menziesii
Lace Lichen
Avena sativa
Common oat
Lemna minuta
Minute duckweed
Alnus rhombifolia
California alder
Persicaria lapathifolia
Pale Smartweed
Prunus ilicifolia
Hollyleaf Cherry
Symphyotrichum expansum
Malvella leprosa
ivy-leaf-sida
Schizophyllum commune
Splitgill Mushroom
Trifolium angustifolium
Narrowleaf crimson clover
Myriophyllum aquaticum
Parrotfeather
Heteromeles arbutifolia
Toyon
Salix exigua
Sandbar Willow
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in San Mateo County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Searsville Lakewithin San Mateo County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.