Lake Artemesia
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Artemesia ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 89 taxonomic genera. Located in prince george's county, maryland, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 29 prince george's county County natural areas, placing it in the 97th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Fulica americana
American Coot
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Aythya americana
Redhead
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Aythya valisineria
Canvasback
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Aythya affinis
Lesser Scaup
Pseudemys rubriventris
Eastern Redbelly Turtle
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Mimus polyglottos
Northern Mockingbird
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Prince George's County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Artemesia. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Artemesiawithin Prince George's County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.