The Pond
Ecosystem Overview
The The Pond ecosystem supports 64 documented wildlife species across 58 taxonomic genera. Located in new york county, new york, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 13 frequently observed species and 12 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While New York County nearby has 36% more documented species, The Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #11 for species diversity among 21 new york county County natural areas, placing it in the 48th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 64 total documented species.
Geothlypis trichas
Common Yellowthroat (Arizela Group)
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Persicaria virginiana
American Jumpseed
Parkesia noveboracensis
Northern Waterthrush
Melospiza georgiana
Swamp Sparrow
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Cirsium arvense
Creeping Thistle
Aix galericulata
Mandarin Duck
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Rattus norvegicus
brown rat, norway rat, common rat
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Artemisia vulgaris
mugwort
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Bombus griseocollis
Brown-belted Bumblebee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in New York County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near The Pond. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (6 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement The Pondwithin New York County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.