Little Swartswood Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Little Swartswood Lake ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 12 taxonomic genera. Located in sussex county, new jersey, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Sussex County nearby has 86% more documented species, Little Swartswood Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 12 sussex county County natural areas, placing it in the 83th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Carex comosa
Longhair Sedge
Cabomba caroliniana
Carolina fanwort
Ischnura verticalis
Eastern Forktail
Sympetrum vicinum
Autumn Meadowhawk
Dolomedes triton
Six-Spotted Fishing Spider
Panicum dichotomiflorum
autumn millet
Nymphaea odorata
American white waterlily
Lythrum salicaria
purple loosestrife
Enallagma geminatum
Skimming Bluet
Enallagma signatum
Orange Bluet
Thelypteris palustris
Meadow Fern
Ardea alba
Great Egret
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Sussex County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Little Swartswood Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (6 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Little Swartswood Lakewithin Sussex County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.