Flag Pond
Ecosystem Overview
The Flag Pond ecosystem supports 13 documented wildlife species across 13 taxonomic genera. Located in calvert county, maryland, 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 Calvert County nearby has 87% more documented species, Flag Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 6 calvert county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 13 total documented species.
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Libellula needhami
Needham's Skimmer
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Callinectes sapidus
blue swimming crab
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Verbesina occidentalis
Cyprinodon variegatus
Sheepshead Pupfish
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Smilax bona-nox
bullbrier
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Calvert County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Flag Pond. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Flag Pondwithin Calvert County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.