Schwan Lagoon
Ecosystem Overview
The Schwan Lagoon ecosystem supports 20 documented wildlife species across 17 taxonomic genera. Located in santa cruz county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Santa Cruz nearby has 80% more documented species, Schwan Lagoon offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 15 santa cruz county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 20 total documented species.
Floscularia ringens
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Catharus guttatus
Hermit Thrush
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Sinantherina socialis
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Melanerpes formicivorus
Acorn Woodpecker
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Erynnis tristis
Mournful Duskywing
Setophaga townsendi
Townsend's Warbler
Setophaga nigrescens
Black-Throated Gray Warbler
Monactinus simplex
Epipactis helleborine
broad-leaved helleborine
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Santa Cruz County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Schwan Lagoon. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Schwan Lagoonwithin Santa Cruz County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.