Lake Mayer
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Mayer ecosystem supports 21 documented wildlife species across 19 taxonomic genera. Located in chatham county, georgia, 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 Savannah nearby has 79% more documented species, Lake Mayer offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 9 chatham county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 21 total documented species.
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Colocasia esculenta
Coco yam
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Fulica americana
American Coot
Egretta caerulea
Little Blue Heron
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Pontederia crassipes
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Eudocimus albus
White Ibis / American White Ibis
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
Apalone ferox
Florida Softshell Turtle
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Geranium carolinianum
Carolina Crane's-bill
Sambucus canadensis
Canada elderberry
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Spatula discors
Blue-winged Teal
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Chatham County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Mayer. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Mayerwithin Chatham County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.