Onondaga Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Onondaga Lake ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in onondaga county, new york, 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 Syracuse nearby has 86% more documented species, Onondaga Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #20 for species diversity among 38 onondaga county County natural areas, placing it in the 47th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Bucephala clangula
common goldeneye
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Aythya americana
Redhead
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Larus marinus
great black-backed gull
Cygnus olor
Mute Swan
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Persicaria pensylvanica
Pink Knotweed
Fundulus diaphanus
Banded Killifish
Chroicocephalus ridibundus
Black-headed Gull
Mergus merganser
goosander
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Onondaga County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Onondaga 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 Onondaga Lakewithin Onondaga County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.