Campus Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Campus Lake ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in east baton rouge parish, louisiana, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While East Baton Rouge Parish nearby has 85% more documented species, Campus Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 17 east baton rouge parish County natural areas, placing it in the 47th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 15 total documented species.
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Anhinga anhinga
Anhinga
Butorides virescens
green heron
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Platalea ajaja
Roseate Spoonbill
Bombycilla cedrorum
cedar waxwing
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Dendrocygna autumnalis
Tree Duck
Rubus trivialis
southern dewberry
Alternanthera philoxeroides
Alligatorweed
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in East Baton Rouge Parish
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Campus Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Campus Lakewithin East Baton Rouge Parish's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.