Virginia Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Virginia Lake ecosystem supports 20 documented wildlife species across 16 taxonomic genera. Located in washoe county, nevada, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Reno nearby has 80% more documented species, Virginia Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 16 washoe county County natural areas, placing it in the 63th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 20 total documented species.
Bucephala clangula
common goldeneye
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Mergus merganser
goosander
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Podiceps nigricollis
black-necked grebe
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Fulica americana
American Coot
Aechmophorus clarkii
Clark's Grebe
Bucephala islandica
Barrow's goldeneye
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Aechmophorus occidentalis
Western Grebe
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Spatula cyanoptera
Cinnamon Teal
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Washoe County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Virginia Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Virginia Lakewithin Washoe County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.