Glacier Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Glacier Lake ecosystem supports 18 documented wildlife species across 18 taxonomic genera. Located in onondaga county, new york, 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. While Syracuse nearby has 82% more documented species, Glacier Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #18 for species diversity among 38 onondaga county County natural areas, placing it in the 53th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 18 total documented species.
Calycomyza flavinotum
Lithobates palustris
Pickerel Frog
Doassansiopsis hydrophila
Cystopteris bulbifera
Bulb Bladderfern
Tsuga canadensis
Canada Hemlock
Carex plantaginea
Plantainleaf Sedge
Diervilla lonicera
Northern Bush Honeysuckle
Geranium robertianum
herb-robert
Anemone virginiana
Thimbleweed
Rhamnus cathartica
purging buckthorn
Nabalus altissima
tall white rattlesnakeroot
Zanthoxylum americanum
northern prickly-ash
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Radula complanata
Flat-Leaved Scalewort
Polymnia canadensis
Pale-Flowered Leafcup
Eupatorium perfoliatum
Perfoliate Thoroughwort
Rhytisma americanum
Acer freemanii
Freeman maple
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Onondaga County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Glacier Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Glacier Lakewithin Onondaga County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.