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Bethany Lake

Ecosystem Overview

The Bethany Lake ecosystem supports 9 documented wildlife species across 8 taxonomic genera. Located in washington county, oregon, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Hillsboro nearby has 91% more documented species, Bethany Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 16 washington county County natural areas, placing it in the 44th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

9
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
8
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
5
Common Species
Frequently observed species
4
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#9
Regional Rank
Out of 16 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common2 species
Common3 species
Occasional3 species
Rare1 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#9 of 16 locations
44th percentile for diversity
vs. Hillsboro
-91% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 9 total documented species.

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

Bald Eagle

Very Common2 obs.
Mareca strepera

Mareca strepera

Gadwall

Very Common2 obs.
Anas platyrhynchos

Anas platyrhynchos

mallard

Very Common2 obs.
Fulica americana

Fulica americana

American Coot

Very Common1 obs.
Podilymbus podiceps

Podilymbus podiceps

Pied-billed grebe

Very Common1 obs.
Mareca americana

Mareca americana

American Wigeon

Common1 obs.
Nuphar polysepala

Nuphar polysepala

Rocky Mountain pond-lily

Common1 obs.
Mergus merganser

Mergus merganser

goosander

Common1 obs.
Ardea herodias

Ardea herodias

Great Blue Heron

Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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