Lake Wilson
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Wilson ecosystem supports 19 documented wildlife species across 19 taxonomic genera. Located in washington county, arkansas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Fayetteville nearby has 81% more documented species, Lake Wilson offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 10 washington county County natural areas, placing it in the 60th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 19 total documented species.
Lobelia spicata
Spiked Lobelia
Phyciodes tharos
Pearl Crescent
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Polioptila caerulea
Blue-Grey Gnatcatcher
Piranga rubra
Summer Tanager
Cephalanthus occidentalis
Honey-Bells
Ranunculus recurvatus
Blisterwort
Parthenium integrifolium
Missouri snakeroot
Liatris hirsuta
Grindelia lanceolata
Hamamelis vernalis
vernal witch-hazel
Campanulastrum americanum
American bellflower
Asclepias quadrifolia
Whorled Milkweed
Battus philenor
Pipevine Swallowtail
Houstonia longifolia
Longleaf Summer Bluet
Cercis canadensis
Eastern Redbud
Geum canadense
White Avens
Plestiodon fasciatus
Common Five-Lined Skink
Silene stellata
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washington County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Wilson. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Wilsonwithin Washington County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.