Wyandotte County Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Wyandotte County Lake ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 12 taxonomic genera. Located in wyandotte county, kansas, 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 Kansas City nearby has 88% more documented species, Wyandotte County Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 4 wyandotte 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 12 total documented species.
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Mergus serrator
Red-breasted Merganser
Butorides virescens
green heron
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Polioptila caerulea
Blue-Grey Gnatcatcher
Stelgidopteryx serripennis
Northern Rough-winged Swallow
Protonotaria citrea
Prothonotary Warbler
Cygnus buccinator
trumpeter swan
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Wyandotte County
Discover 6 other wildlife-rich locations near Wyandotte County Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Wyandotte County Lakewithin Wyandotte County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.