Mira Monte
Ecosystem Overview
The Mira Monte ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 96 taxonomic genera. Located in ventura 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 #7 for species diversity among 21 ventura 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 100 total documented species.
Bubo virginianus
Great Horned Owl
Callipepla californica
California Quail
Elgaria multicarinata
Southern Alligator Lizard
Sceloporus occidentalis
Pacific blue-bellied lizard
Phloeodes diabolicus
Aphelocoma californica
California/Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay
Bromus diandrus
Ripgut brome
Schistocerca nitens
Vagrant Grasshopper
Neoscona crucifera
Spotted Orbweaver
Pholistoma auritum
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Ursus americanus
American Black Bear
Pseudacris regilla
Pacific chorus frog
Patagioenas fasciata
Band-tailed Pigeon
Collinsia heterophylla
innocence
Heteromeles arbutifolia
Toyon
Phidippus adumbratus
Argiope trifasciata
orb weavers
Salvia apiana
white sage
Latrodectus hesperus
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Mira Montewithin Ventura County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.