Sparrow Pond
Ecosystem Overview
The Sparrow Pond ecosystem supports 11 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in arlington county, virginia, 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 Arlington County nearby has 89% more documented species, Sparrow Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 arlington county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 11 total documented species.
Eremnophila aureonotata
Gold-Marked Thread-Waisted Wasp
Phyciodes tharos
Pearl Crescent
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Tringa solitaria
Solitary Sandpiper
Poecile carolinensis
Carolina Chickadee
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Pontederia cordata
pickerelweed
Zonotrichia albicollis
white-throated sparrow
Alliaria petiolata
garlic mustard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Arlington County
Discover 3 other wildlife-rich locations near Sparrow Pond. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Sparrow Pondwithin Arlington County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.