Depot Park Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Depot Park Lake ecosystem supports 21 documented wildlife species across 19 taxonomic genera. Located in alachua county, florida, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Gainesville nearby has 79% more documented species, Depot Park Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 20 alachua county County natural areas, placing it in the 55th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 21 total documented species.
Alligator mississippiensis
Louisiana alligator.
Egretta tricolor
Tricolor Heron
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Orthemis ferruginea
Roseate Skimmer
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Apalone ferox
Florida Softshell Turtle
Fulica americana
American Coot
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Lanius ludovicianus
Loggerhead Shrike
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Epitheca princeps
Prince Baskettail
Argia sedula
Blue-ringed Dancer
Eudocimus albus
White Ibis / American White Ibis
Gaillardia pulchella
firewheel
Chroicocephalus philadelphia
Bonaparte's Gull
Butorides virescens
green heron
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Alachua County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Depot Park Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Depot Park Lakewithin Alachua County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.