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Turtle Pond

Ecosystem Overview

The Turtle Pond ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in new york county, new york, 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 New York County nearby has 86% more documented species, Turtle Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #18 for species diversity among 21 new york county County natural areas, placing it in the 14th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

14
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
14
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
8
Common Species
Frequently observed species
6
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#18
Regional Rank
Out of 21 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common3 species
Common5 species
Occasional4 species
Rare2 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#18 of 21 locations
14th percentile for diversity
vs. New York County
-86% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.

Trachemys scripta

Trachemys scripta

slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider

Very Common5 obs.
Anas platyrhynchos

Anas platyrhynchos

mallard

Very Common2 obs.
Chelydra serpentina

Chelydra serpentina

Snapping Turtle

Very Common1 obs.
Porzana carolina

Porzana carolina

Sora

Very Common1 obs.
Megaceryle alcyon

Megaceryle alcyon

Belted Kingfisher

Very Common1 obs.
Seiurus aurocapilla

Seiurus aurocapilla

Ovenbird

Common1 obs.
Catharus ustulatus

Catharus ustulatus

Swainson's Thrush

Common1 obs.
Lophodytes cucullatus

Lophodytes cucullatus

Hooded Merganser

Common1 obs.
Procyon lotor

Procyon lotor

raccoon, northern raccoon

Common1 obs.
Setophaga pinus

Setophaga pinus

Pine Warbler

Common1 obs.
Leiothlypis peregrina

Leiothlypis peregrina

Tennessee Warbler

Common1 obs.
Spatula clypeata

Spatula clypeata

Northern Shoveler

Occasional1 obs.
Hedera helix

Hedera helix

ivy

Occasional1 obs.
Turdus migratorius

Turdus migratorius

American Robin

Occasional1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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