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Willow Pond

Ecosystem Overview

The Willow Pond ecosystem supports 11 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in jefferson county, kentucky, 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 Louisville nearby has 89% more documented species, Willow Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #13 for species diversity among 31 jefferson county County natural areas, placing it in the 58th 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
#13
Regional Rank
Out of 31 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common3 species
Common3 species
Occasional3 species
Rare2 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#13 of 31 locations
58th percentile for diversity
vs. Louisville
-89% species diversity

Most Common Species

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

Pontederia cordata

Pontederia cordata

pickerelweed

Very Common3 obs.
Bombus impatiens

Bombus impatiens

Common Eastern Bumblebee

Very Common2 obs.
Perithemis tenera

Perithemis tenera

Eastern Amberwing

Very Common2 obs.
Libellula incesta

Libellula incesta

Slaty Skimmer

Very Common1 obs.
Pachydiplax longipennis

Pachydiplax longipennis

Blue Dasher

Very Common1 obs.
Passerina cyanea

Passerina cyanea

Indigo Bunting

Common1 obs.
Aix sponsa

Aix sponsa

wood duck

Common1 obs.
Impatiens capensis

Impatiens capensis

orange balsam

Common1 obs.
Phyla lanceolata

Phyla lanceolata

marsh frogfruit

Common1 obs.
Ardea herodias

Ardea herodias

Great Blue Heron

Common1 obs.
Anas platyrhynchos

Anas platyrhynchos

mallard

Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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