Hunting Creek Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Hunting Creek Lake ecosystem supports 11 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in frederick county, maryland, 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 Frederick nearby has 89% more documented species, Hunting Creek Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #14 for species diversity among 29 frederick county County natural areas, placing it in the 52th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 11 total documented species.
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Gavia immer
great northern loon
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Icterus galbula
baltimore oriole
Molothrus ater
Brown-headed Cowbird
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Mergus serrator
Red-breasted Merganser
Dendrolycopodium obscurum
Flat-Branched Ground-Pine
Houstonia caerulea
Quaker-Ladies
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Frederick County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Hunting Creek Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hunting Creek Lakewithin Frederick County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.