Gaillard Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Gaillard Lake ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 10 taxonomic genera. Located in mobile county, alabama, 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 Mobile nearby has 88% more documented species, Gaillard Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 9 mobile county County natural areas, placing it in the 56th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Alligator mississippiensis
Louisiana alligator.
Nymphaea odorata
American white waterlily
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Panoquina ocola
Ocola Skipper
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Dendrocygna autumnalis
Tree Duck
Myocastor coypus
Coypu, Nutria
Nelumbo lutea
American lotus
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Mobile County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Gaillard Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Gaillard Lakewithin Mobile County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.