Waldo Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Waldo Lake ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in lane county, oregon, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Eugene nearby has 85% more documented species, Waldo Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 23 lane county County natural areas, placing it in the 70th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 15 total documented species.
Triantha occidentalis
western tofieldia
Tachycineta bicolor
Tree/Violet-Green Swallow
Bucephala islandica
Barrow's goldeneye
Spiraea splendens
subalpine meadowsweet
Spiraea douglasii
Douglas' spirea
Ranunculus flammula
lesser spearwort
Urocerus californicus
Coccinella septempunctata
7-spot ladybird
Coloradia pandora
Pandora Pinemoth
Nymphalis californica
California Tortoiseshell
Chrysolepis chrysophylla
giant chinquapin
Lonicera involucrata
Californian Honeysuckle
Chamaenerion angustifolium
French-Willow
Callospermophilus lateralis
Golden Mantled Ground Squirrel
Mergus merganser
goosander
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lane County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Waldo 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 Waldo Lakewithin Lane County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.