Lake Cunningham
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Cunningham ecosystem supports 17 documented wildlife species across 17 taxonomic genera. Located in santa clara county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While San José nearby has 83% more documented species, Lake Cunningham offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #34 for species diversity among 96 santa clara county County natural areas, placing it in the 65th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 17 total documented species.
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Podiceps nigricollis
black-necked grebe
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Larus californicus
California Gull
Aphelocoma californica
California/Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
Euphagus cyanocephalus
Brewer's blackbird
Psaltriparus minimus
American Bushtit
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Heliotropium curassavicum
Seaside Lavender
Malvella leprosa
ivy-leaf-sida
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Regional Wildlife Network
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