Beaver Dam Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Beaver Dam Lake ecosystem supports 9 documented wildlife species across 9 taxonomic genera. Located in macoupin county, illinois, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Macoupin County nearby has 85% more documented species, Beaver Dam Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 macoupin 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 9 total documented species.
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Pyganodon grandis
Giant Floater Mussel
Acris blanchardi
Blanchard's Cricket Frog
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Taxodium distichum
bald-cypress
Quercus alba
Eastern White Oak
Metaleptea brevicornis
Short-horned Locust
Oncorhynchus mykiss
Rainbow Trout
Bidens cernua
nodding bur-marigold
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in MacOupin County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Beaver Dam Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Beaver Dam Lakewithin MacOupin County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.