Mallard Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Mallard Lake ecosystem supports 17 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in st. louis county, missouri, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Florissant, Mallard Lake hosts 240% more species diversity. This location ranks #18 for species diversity among 45 st. louis county County natural areas, placing it in the 60th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 17 total documented species.
Libellula incesta
Slaty Skimmer
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Graptemys geographica
common map turtle
Pantherophis obsoletus
Yellow Rat Snake (Quadrivittata)
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Egretta caerulea
Little Blue Heron
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Sorghum halepense
great millet, johnson grass
Boehmeria cylindrica
False Nettle
Juglans nigra
Eastern Black Walnut
Plathemis lydia
Common Whitetail
Perilla frutescens
Beefsteakplant
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Mallard Lakewithin St. Louis County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.