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William E. Towell Lake

Ecosystem Overview

The William E. Towell Lake ecosystem supports 8 documented wildlife species across 7 taxonomic genera. Located in phelps 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. While Phelps County nearby has 92% more documented species, William E. Towell Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 5 phelps county County natural areas, placing it in the 20th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

8
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
7
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
5
Common Species
Frequently observed species
3
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#4
Regional Rank
Out of 5 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common2 species
Common3 species
Occasional2 species
Rare1 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#4 of 5 locations
20th percentile for diversity
vs. Phelps County
-92% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 8 total documented species.

Rhynchospora capitellata

Rhynchospora capitellata

Brownish Beakrush

Very Common1 obs.
Potamogeton diversifolius

Potamogeton diversifolius

water-thread pondweed

Very Common1 obs.
Potamogeton nodosus

Potamogeton nodosus

loddon pondweed

Very Common1 obs.
Betula nigra

Betula nigra

River Birch

Very Common1 obs.
Bidens cernua

Bidens cernua

nodding bur-marigold

Very Common1 obs.
Lobelia cardinalis

Lobelia cardinalis

Cardinalflower

Common1 obs.
Mimulus ringens

Mimulus ringens

Allegheny monkey-flower

Common1 obs.
Cyperus erythrorhizos

Cyperus erythrorhizos

red-root flat sedge

Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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