Lions Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Lions Lake ecosystem supports 6 documented wildlife species across 6 taxonomic genera. Located in johnson county, missouri, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Whiteman AFB, Lions Lake hosts 0% more species diversity. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 5 johnson county County natural areas, placing it in the 20th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 6 total documented species.
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Sphex ichneumoneus
Great Golden Digger Wasp
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Phyla lanceolata
marsh frogfruit
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Johnson County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lions Lakewithin Johnson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.