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South Pond

Ecosystem Overview

The South Pond ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 12 taxonomic genera. Located in washtenaw county, michigan, 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 Ann Arbor nearby has 88% more documented species, South Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #27 for species diversity among 49 washtenaw county County natural areas, placing it in the 45th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

12
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
12
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
7
Common Species
Frequently observed species
5
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#27
Regional Rank
Out of 49 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common3 species
Common4 species
Occasional3 species
Rare2 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#27 of 49 locations
45th percentile for diversity
vs. Ann Arbor
-88% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.

Lophodytes cucullatus

Lophodytes cucullatus

Hooded Merganser

Very Common3 obs.
Tachycineta bicolor

Tachycineta bicolor

Tree/Violet-Green Swallow

Very Common2 obs.
Aix sponsa

Aix sponsa

wood duck

Very Common2 obs.
Mareca strepera

Mareca strepera

Gadwall

Very Common2 obs.
Anas platyrhynchos

Anas platyrhynchos

mallard

Very Common2 obs.
Fulica americana

Fulica americana

American Coot

Common1 obs.
Tringa solitaria

Tringa solitaria

Solitary Sandpiper

Common1 obs.
Actitis macularius

Actitis macularius

spotted sandpiper

Common1 obs.
Melospiza melodia

Melospiza melodia

Song Sparrow

Common1 obs.
Bucephala albeola

Bucephala albeola

Bufflehead

Common1 obs.
Agelaius phoeniceus

Agelaius phoeniceus

Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)

Common1 obs.
Spatula discors

Spatula discors

Blue-winged Teal

Occasional1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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