Barney Pond
Ecosystem Overview
The Barney Pond ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 10 taxonomic genera. Located in providence county, rhode island, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Providence nearby has 90% more documented species, Barney Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #19 for species diversity among 29 providence county County natural areas, placing it in the 34th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Geothlypis trichas
Common Yellowthroat (Arizela Group)
Cygnus olor
Mute Swan
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Pontederia cordata
pickerelweed
Impatiens capensis
orange balsam
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Spatula discors
Blue-winged Teal
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Providence County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Barney Pond. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Barney Pondwithin Providence County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.