Williamsburg Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Williamsburg Lake ecosystem supports 11 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in wood county, ohio, 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 Bowling Green nearby has 85% more documented species, Williamsburg Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 6 wood county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 11 total documented species.
Asclepias incarnata
Pleurisy Root
Vespula maculifrons
Eastern Yellowjacket
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Utterbackia imbecillis
paper pondshell
Ceratophyllum demersum
rigid hornwort
Dicentra cucullaria
turkey-corn
Impatiens capensis
orange balsam
Popillia japonica
Japanese Beetle
Sagittaria brevirostra
midwestern arrowhead
Cicuta maculata
common water-hemlock
Melilotus officinalis
Sweetclover
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Wood County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Williamsburg Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Williamsburg Lakewithin Wood County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.