Lilly Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Lilly Lake ecosystem supports 11 documented wildlife species across 10 taxonomic genera. Located in marion county, indiana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Marion County nearby has 89% more documented species, Lilly Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 11 marion county County natural areas, placing it in the 73th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 11 total documented species.
Ischnura verticalis
Eastern Forktail
Libellula incesta
Slaty Skimmer
Libellula luctuosa
Widow Skimmer
Celithemis eponina
Halloween Pennant
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Acris blanchardi
Blanchard's Cricket Frog
Enallagma basidens
Double-striped Bluet
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Bidens cernua
nodding bur-marigold
Butorides virescens
green heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Marion County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lilly Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lilly Lakewithin Marion County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.