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Loyalton

Ecosystem Overview

The Loyalton ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 12 taxonomic genera. Located in sierra 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 Sierra County nearby has 88% more documented species, Loyalton offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 14 sierra county County natural areas, placing it in the 86th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

12
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
12
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
7
Common Species
Frequently observed species
5
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#2
Regional Rank
Out of 14 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common3 species
Common4 species
Occasional3 species
Rare2 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#2 of 14 locations
86th percentile for diversity
vs. Sierra County
-88% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.

Xylocopa tabaniformis

Xylocopa tabaniformis

Very Common1 obs.
Eristalis tenax

Eristalis tenax

Drone Fly

Very Common1 obs.
Papilio rutulus

Papilio rutulus

Western Tiger Swallowtail

Very Common1 obs.
Castor canadensis

Castor canadensis

Canadian beaver

Very Common1 obs.
Odocoileus hemionus

Odocoileus hemionus

mule deer

Very Common1 obs.
Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

Cliff Swallow

Common1 obs.
Patagioenas fasciata

Patagioenas fasciata

Band-tailed Pigeon

Common1 obs.
Streptopelia decaocto

Streptopelia decaocto

collared dove, eurasian collared dove

Common1 obs.
Aquilegia formosa

Aquilegia formosa

western columbine

Common1 obs.
Pica hudsonia

Pica hudsonia

Black-billed Magpie

Common1 obs.
Setophaga petechia

Setophaga petechia

Yellow Warbler

Common1 obs.
Haemorhous mexicanus

Haemorhous mexicanus

House Finch

Occasional1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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