Prospect Park Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Prospect Park Lake ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 89 taxonomic genera. Located in kings county, new york, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 8 kings county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Fulica americana
American Coot
Cygnus olor
Mute Swan
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Mesovelia mulsanti
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Morchella angusticeps
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Microvelia pulchella
Nymphoides peltata
fringed water-lily
Mergus merganser
goosander
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
Anas rubripes
American Black Duck
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Trepobates subnitidus
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kings County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Prospect Park Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Prospect Park Lakewithin Kings County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.