Versailles Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Versailles Lake ecosystem supports 7 documented wildlife species across 7 taxonomic genera. Located in ripley county, indiana, 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 Ripley County nearby has 93% more documented species, Versailles Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 2 ripley county County natural areas, placing it in the 0th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 7 total documented species.
Melanoplus differentialis
Differential Grasshopper
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Cephalanthus occidentalis
Honey-Bells
Xanthium strumarium
rough cocklebur
Verbesina alternifolia
Alternate-Leaved Crownbeard
Physalis longifolia
common ground-cherry
Chauliognathus pensylvanicus
Soldier Beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Ripley County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Versailles Lakewithin Ripley County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.