South Rice's Pond
Ecosystem Overview
The South Rice's Pond ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in el paso county, colorado, 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 Air Force Academy nearby has 46% more documented species, South Rice's Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 15 el paso county County natural areas, placing it in the 47th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.
Chelydra serpentina
Snapping Turtle
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Fulica americana
American Coot
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Aechmophorus occidentalis
Western Grebe
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Cyprinus carpio
common carp, carp
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Branta hutchinsii
hutchins’s canada goose
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Spatula cyanoptera
Cinnamon Teal
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Spatula discors
Blue-winged Teal
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in El Paso County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near South Rice's Pond. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement South Rice's Pondwithin El Paso County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.