Lake Raleigh
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Raleigh ecosystem supports 13 documented wildlife species across 13 taxonomic genera. Located in wake county, north carolina, 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 Wake County nearby has 87% more documented species, Lake Raleigh offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #14 for species diversity among 31 wake county County natural areas, placing it in the 55th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 13 total documented species.
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Acris crepitans
Eastern Cricket Frog
Cygnus olor
Mute Swan
Arundinaria gigantea
switch cane
Pontederia cordata
pickerelweed
Quercus michauxii
Basket Oak
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Sagittaria latifolia
Broadleaf arrowhead
Peltandra virginica
Virginia Peltandra
Myriophyllum aquaticum
Parrotfeather
Saururus cernuus
Lizard'S Tail
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Wake County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Raleigh. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Raleighwithin Wake County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.