Felt Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Felt Lake ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in santa clara county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San José nearby has 86% more documented species, Felt Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #40 for species diversity among 96 santa clara county County natural areas, placing it in the 58th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.
Fulica americana
American Coot
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Cipangopaludina chinensis
Linepithema humile
Argentine ant
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Calibrachoa parviflora
Seaside petunia
Malvella leprosa
ivy-leaf-sida
Lythrum tribracteatum
Threebract Loosestrife
Cuscuta campestris
field dodder
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
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Regional Wildlife Network
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