Worster Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Worster Lake ecosystem supports 6 documented wildlife species across 6 taxonomic genera. Located in saint joseph 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 South Bend nearby has 88% more documented species, Worster Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 8 saint joseph county County natural areas, placing it in the 38th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 6 total documented species.
Graptemys geographica
common map turtle
Apalone spinifera
spiny softshell turtle
Nerodia sipedon
Northern Water Snake
Tyrannus tyrannus
Eastern Kingbird
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Cipangopaludina chinensis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Saint Joseph County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Worster Lakewithin Saint Joseph County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.