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Colyer Lake

Ecosystem Overview

The Colyer Lake ecosystem supports 11 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in centre county, pennsylvania, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While State College nearby has 89% more documented species, Colyer Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #24 for species diversity among 39 centre county County natural areas, placing it in the 38th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

11
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
11
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
6
Common Species
Frequently observed species
5
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#24
Regional Rank
Out of 39 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common3 species
Common3 species
Occasional3 species
Rare2 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#24 of 39 locations
38th percentile for diversity
vs. State College
-89% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 11 total documented species.

Tachycineta bicolor

Tachycineta bicolor

Tree/Violet-Green Swallow

Very Common2 obs.
Hirundo rustica

Hirundo rustica

barn swallow

Very Common2 obs.
Bombus impatiens

Bombus impatiens

Common Eastern Bumblebee

Very Common1 obs.
Aulagromyza cornigera

Aulagromyza cornigera

Very Common1 obs.
Thamnophis sirtalis

Thamnophis sirtalis

Common Garter Snake

Very Common1 obs.
Regulus satrapa

Regulus satrapa

Golden-crowned Kinglet

Common1 obs.
Oxyura jamaicensis

Oxyura jamaicensis

Ruddy Duck

Common1 obs.
Gymnosporangium juniperi-virginianae

Gymnosporangium juniperi-virginianae

Juniper-Apple Rust

Common1 obs.
Maianthemum canadense

Maianthemum canadense

Canadian May-Lily

Common1 obs.
Setophaga petechia

Setophaga petechia

Yellow Warbler

Common1 obs.
Fomitopsis betulina

Fomitopsis betulina

Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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