Oaks Bottom Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Oaks Bottom Lake ecosystem supports 20 documented wildlife species across 19 taxonomic genera. Located in multnomah county, oregon, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Multnomah County nearby has 80% more documented species, Oaks Bottom Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #11 for species diversity among 21 multnomah county County natural areas, placing it in the 48th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 20 total documented species.
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Fulica americana
American Coot
Sphyrapicus ruber
Red-breasted Sapsucker
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Bombycilla cedrorum
cedar waxwing
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Impatiens capensis
orange balsam
Hesperis matronalis
Dames rocket
Lysimachia nummularia
Moneywort
Acer macrophyllum
Big-Leaf Maple
Passerculus sandwichensis
Savannah Sparrow
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Urtica gracilis
Slender Nettle
Anas crecca
teal, common teal
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Butorides virescens
green heron
Cipangopaludina chinensis
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Multnomah County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Oaks Bottom Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
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🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Oaks Bottom Lakewithin Multnomah County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.