Lake Mary
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Mary ecosystem supports 17 documented wildlife species across 17 taxonomic genera. Located in adams county, colorado, 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 Adams County nearby has 83% more documented species, Lake Mary offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 9 adams 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 17 total documented species.
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Fulica americana
American Coot
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Verbascum thapsus
Aaron'S-Rod
Odocoileus hemionus
mule deer
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Aythya americana
Redhead
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Ceratophyllum demersum
rigid hornwort
Elaeagnus angustifolia
Russian olive
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Tyrannus verticalis
Western Kingbird
Bubo virginianus
Great Horned Owl
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Adams County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Mary. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Marywithin Adams County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.