Pine Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Pine Lake ecosystem supports 33 documented wildlife species across 32 taxonomic genera. Located in montgomery county, maryland, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Montgomery County nearby has 67% more documented species, Pine Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 36 montgomery county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 33 total documented species.
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Pseudemys rubriventris
Eastern Redbelly Turtle
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Gambusia holbrooki
Holbrook’s mosquitofish
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Papilio troilus
Spicebush
Epargyreus clarus
Silver-Spotted Skipper
Ancyloxypha numitor
Least Skipper
Rhinichthys atratulus
Eastern blacknose dace
Chelydra serpentina
Snapping Turtle
Recurvirostra americana
American avocet
Tringa solitaria
Solitary Sandpiper
Molothrus ater
Brown-headed Cowbird
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Montgomery County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Pine Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (4 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Pine Lakewithin Montgomery County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.