Beltzville Reservoir
Ecosystem Overview
The Beltzville Reservoir ecosystem supports 7 documented wildlife species across 5 taxonomic genera. Located in carbon county, pennsylvania, 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 Carbon County nearby has 93% more documented species, Beltzville Reservoir offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 9 carbon county County natural areas, placing it in the 44th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 7 total documented species.
Aythya americana
Redhead
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Aythya affinis
Lesser Scaup
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Polygonia interrogationis
Question Mark
Micropterus dolomieu
Smallmouth Bass
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Carbon County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Beltzville Reservoir. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Beltzville Reservoirwithin Carbon County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.