Gordon Pond
Ecosystem Overview
The Gordon Pond ecosystem supports 39 documented wildlife species across 31 taxonomic genera. Located in sussex county, delaware, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Lewes nearby has 61% more documented species, Gordon Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 43 sussex county County natural areas, placing it in the 77th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 39 total documented species.
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Anas rubripes
American Black Duck
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Anas acuta
pintail, northern pintail
Butorides virescens
green heron
Libellula semifasciata
Painted Skimmer
Arilus cristatus
Callinectes sapidus
blue swimming crab
Anaxyrus fowleri
fowler's toad
Recurvirostra americana
American avocet
Charadrius semipalmatus
Semipalmated Plover
Pluvialis squatarola
grey plover
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Tringa flavipes
lesser yellowlegs
Calidris alpina
dunlin
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Sussex County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Gordon Pond. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Gordon Pondwithin Sussex County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.