Silver Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Silver Lake ecosystem supports 7 documented wildlife species across 6 taxonomic genera. Located in monmouth county, new jersey, 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 Monmouth County nearby has 93% more documented species, Silver Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #28 for species diversity among 48 monmouth county County natural areas, placing it in the 42th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 7 total documented species.
Nycticorax nycticorax
night heron, black-crowned night heron
Mergus serrator
Red-breasted Merganser
Aythya americana
Redhead
Aythya marila
greater scaup
Cygnus olor
Mute Swan
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Monmouth County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Silver Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Silver Lakewithin Monmouth County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.