Ingrams Pond
Ecosystem Overview
The Ingrams Pond ecosystem supports 42 documented wildlife species across 38 taxonomic genera. Located in sussex county, delaware, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 9 frequently observed species and 8 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Lewes nearby has 58% more documented species, Ingrams Pond offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 43 sussex county County natural areas, placing it in the 81th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 42 total documented species.
Pseudemys rubriventris
Eastern Redbelly Turtle
Sternotherus odoratus
Eastern Musk Turtle
Ischnura kellicotti
Lilypad Forktail
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Larinioides cornutus
Argia apicalis
Blue-fronted Dancer
Pectinatella magnifica
Magnificent Bryozoan
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
Libellula luctuosa
Widow Skimmer
Libellula incesta
Slaty Skimmer
Anaxyrus fowleri
fowler's toad
Dolomedes triton
Six-Spotted Fishing Spider
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Peltandra virginica
Virginia Peltandra
Argiope aurantia
Yellow Garden Spider
Polistes metricus
Polistes fuscatus
Dark Paper Wasp
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Sussex County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Ingrams 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 Ingrams Pondwithin Sussex County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.