Purcell Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Purcell Lake ecosystem supports 42 documented wildlife species across 40 taxonomic genera. Located in mcclain county, oklahoma, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 9 frequently observed species and 8 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While McClain County nearby has 58% more documented species, Purcell Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 mcclain county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 42 total documented species.
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Enallagma basidens
Double-striped Bluet
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Libellula incesta
Slaty Skimmer
Libellula luctuosa
Widow Skimmer
Pseudemys concinna
River Cooter
Fulica americana
American Coot
Palpada vinetorum
Orchelimum vulgare
Common Meadow Grasshopper
Ischnura ramburii
Rambur's Forktail
Hemaris diffinis
Snowberry Clearwing
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Lithobates sphenocephalus
Southern Leopard Frog
Lepomis macrochirus
Bluegill sunfish
Vanessa atalanta
Red Admiral
Bombus pensylvanicus
American Bumblebee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in McClain County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Purcell Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Purcell Lakewithin McClain County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.