Black Moshannon Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Black Moshannon Lake ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 10 taxonomic genera. Located in centre county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While State College nearby has 90% more documented species, Black Moshannon Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #25 for species diversity among 39 centre county County natural areas, placing it in the 36th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.
Nymphaea odorata
American white waterlily
Papilio troilus
Spicebush
Perca flavescens
Lake Perch
Lithobates palustris
Pickerel Frog
Drosera rotundifolia
round-leaved sundew
Notophthalmus viridescens
Eastern newt
Nerodia sipedon
Northern Water Snake
Nuphar advena
Spatterdock
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Vernia verna
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Centre County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Black Moshannon Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Black Moshannon Lakewithin Centre County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.