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Oak View

Ecosystem Overview

The Oak View ecosystem supports 11 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in ventura 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 Oxnard nearby has 89% more documented species, Oak View offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #15 for species diversity among 21 ventura county County natural areas, placing it in the 29th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

11
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
11
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
6
Common Species
Frequently observed species
5
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#15
Regional Rank
Out of 21 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common3 species
Common3 species
Occasional3 species
Rare2 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#15 of 21 locations
29th percentile for diversity
vs. Oxnard
-89% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 11 total documented species.

Aesculus californica

Aesculus californica

California buckeye

Very Common2 obs.
Malosma laurina

Malosma laurina

Very Common2 obs.
Melanerpes formicivorus

Melanerpes formicivorus

Acorn Woodpecker

Very Common1 obs.
Panaeolus cinctulus

Panaeolus cinctulus

Banded Mottlegill

Very Common1 obs.
Bromus rubens

Bromus rubens

Red brome

Very Common1 obs.
Verbena lasiostachys

Verbena lasiostachys

vervain

Common1 obs.
Conium maculatum

Conium maculatum

hemlock

Common1 obs.
Artemisia californica

Artemisia californica

California sagebrush

Common1 obs.
Phidippus adumbratus

Phidippus adumbratus

Common1 obs.
Heteromeles arbutifolia

Heteromeles arbutifolia

Toyon

Common1 obs.
Cercocarpus betuloides

Cercocarpus betuloides

Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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