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Kestrel Pond

Ecosystem Overview

The Kestrel Pond ecosystem supports 9 documented wildlife species across 8 taxonomic genera. Located in jefferson county, colorado, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Golden nearby has 91% more documented species, Kestrel Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #15 for species diversity among 23 jefferson county County natural areas, placing it in the 35th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

9
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
8
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
5
Common Species
Frequently observed species
4
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#15
Regional Rank
Out of 23 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common2 species
Common3 species
Occasional3 species
Rare1 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#15 of 23 locations
35th percentile for diversity
vs. Golden
-91% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 9 total documented species.

Anas platyrhynchos

Anas platyrhynchos

mallard

Very Common17 obs.
Branta canadensis

Branta canadensis

Canada goose

Very Common6 obs.
Anas crecca

Anas crecca

teal, common teal

Very Common4 obs.
Hirundo rustica

Hirundo rustica

barn swallow

Very Common4 obs.
Spatula clypeata

Spatula clypeata

Northern Shoveler

Very Common2 obs.
Agelaius phoeniceus

Agelaius phoeniceus

Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)

Common2 obs.
Polistes dominula

Polistes dominula

Paper Wasp

Common1 obs.
Persicaria amphibia

Persicaria amphibia

Common1 obs.
Mareca strepera

Mareca strepera

Gadwall

Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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