Glen Ellen
Ecosystem Overview
The Glen Ellen ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 91 taxonomic genera. Located in sonoma county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 41 sonoma county County natural areas, placing it in the 85th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Trillium ovatum
Western White Wakerobin
Omphalotus olivascens
Laetiporus gilbertsonii
Epipactis helleborine
broad-leaved helleborine
Uroctonus mordax
Pieris marginalis
Margined White
Cardamine californica
Lonicera hispidula
Sceloporus occidentalis
Pacific blue-bellied lizard
Rhinotropis californica
Fritillaria affinis
Ojai fritillary
Battus philenor
Pipevine Swallowtail
Lamium purpureum
Purple deadnettle
Calochortus amabilis
Aralia californica
California-ginseng
Junco hyemalis
dark-eyed junco
Pedicularis densiflora
Indian warrior
Iris fernaldii
Fernald's iris
Leratiomyces percevalii
Papilio zelicaon
Western Swallowtail
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Sonoma County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Glen Ellen. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Glen Ellenwithin Sonoma County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.