Beale Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Beale Lake ecosystem supports 46 documented wildlife species across 45 taxonomic genera. Located in yuba county, california, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 10 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Yuba County nearby has 54% more documented species, Beale Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 5 yuba 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 46 total documented species.
Dudleya cymosa
canyon dudleya
Sceloporus occidentalis
Pacific blue-bellied lizard
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Pseudacris regilla
Pacific chorus frog
Meleagris gallopavo
Turkey
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Pentagramma triangularis
goldenback fern
Catostomus occidentalis
Sacramento sucker
Phytolacca americana
American pokeweed
Melilotus albus
white melilot
Lamium amplexicaule
henbit dead-nettle
Quercus wislizeni
Interior Live Oak
Libellula saturata
Flame Skimmer
Icteria virens
Yellow-breasted Chat
Buteo lineatus
Red-Shouldered/Broad-Winged Hawk
Strymon melinus
Cotton Square Borer
Rabdophaga strobiloides
Allograpta obliqua
Oblique Stripetail
Vespula pensylvanica
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Yuba County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Beale Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Beale Lakewithin Yuba County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.