Ayer Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Ayer Lake ecosystem supports 5 documented wildlife species across 5 taxonomic genera. Located in pinal county, arizona, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 0 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Pinal County nearby has 95% more documented species, Ayer Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 14 pinal county County natural areas, placing it in the 36th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 5 total documented species.
Perithemis intensa
Mexican Amberwing
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Sayornis nigricans
black phoebe
Junonia grisea
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Pinal County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Ayer Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Ayer Lakewithin Pinal County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.