Lake Whittier
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Whittier ecosystem supports 41 documented wildlife species across 32 taxonomic genera. Located in frederick county, maryland, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 9 frequently observed species and 8 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Frederick nearby has 59% more documented species, Lake Whittier offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 29 frederick county County natural areas, placing it in the 72th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 41 total documented species.
Branta hutchinsii
hutchins’s canada goose
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Aythya americana
Redhead
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Aythya affinis
Lesser Scaup
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Aythya valisineria
Canvasback
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Aythya marila
greater scaup
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Fulica americana
American Coot
Hyphantria cunea
Autumn Webworm
Ischnura verticalis
Eastern Forktail
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Frederick County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Whittier. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Whittierwithin Frederick County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.