Willow Pond
Ecosystem Overview
The Willow Pond ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 12 taxonomic genera. Located in salt lake county, utah, 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 Sandy nearby has 88% more documented species, Willow Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #18 for species diversity among 26 salt lake county County natural areas, placing it in the 31th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Hydroprogne caspia
Caspian tern
Euphagus cyanocephalus
Brewer's blackbird
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Pyrrhocoris apterus
firebug
Otospermophilus variegatus
Common Rock Squirrel
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Falco sparverius
American Kestrel
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Salt Lake County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Willow Pond. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Willow Pondwithin Salt Lake County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.