Cambridge Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Cambridge Lake ecosystem supports 35 documented wildlife species across 33 taxonomic genera. Located in cleveland county, oklahoma, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Moore nearby has 31% more documented species, Cambridge Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 13 cleveland county County natural areas, placing it in the 46th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 35 total documented species.
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Nerodia erythrogaster
Plainbelly Water Snake
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Fulica americana
American Coot
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Aythya valisineria
Canvasback
Aythya affinis
Lesser Scaup
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Hirundo rustica
barn swallow
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Gambusia affinis
Mosquito fish
Acris blanchardi
Blanchard's Cricket Frog
Apalone spinifera
spiny softshell turtle
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Pantherophis obsoletus
Yellow Rat Snake (Quadrivittata)
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Egretta caerulea
Little Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Cleveland County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Cambridge Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Cambridge Lakewithin Cleveland County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.