Muskegon Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Muskegon Lake ecosystem supports 5 documented wildlife species across 3 taxonomic genera. Located in muskegon county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 0 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Muskegon County nearby has 95% more documented species, Muskegon Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 5 muskegon county County natural areas, placing it in the 40th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 5 total documented species.
Melanitta deglandi
White-winged Scoter
Melanitta americana
black scoter
Aythya marila
greater scaup
Bucephala islandica
Barrow's goldeneye
Bucephala clangula
common goldeneye
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Muskegon Lakewithin Muskegon County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.