Lake Gerar
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Gerar ecosystem supports 16 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in sussex county, delaware, 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 Lewes nearby has 84% more documented species, Lake Gerar offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #18 for species diversity among 43 sussex county County natural areas, placing it in the 58th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 16 total documented species.
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Butorides virescens
green heron
Pseudemys rubriventris
Eastern Redbelly Turtle
Hirundo rustica
barn swallow
Cyprinus carpio
common carp, carp
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Vespula maculifrons
Eastern Yellowjacket
Gambusia holbrooki
Holbrook’s mosquitofish
Lepomis gibbosus
pumpkinseed
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Quiscalus quiscula
Common Grackle
Sternotherus odoratus
Eastern Musk Turtle
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Sussex County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Gerar. 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 Lake Gerarwithin Sussex County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.