Harveys Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Harveys Lake ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 10 taxonomic genera. Located in luzerne 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 Wilkes-Barre nearby has 88% more documented species, Harveys Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #11 for species diversity among 20 luzerne county County natural areas, placing it in the 45th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.
Potamogeton robbinsii
Robbins Pondweed
Potamogeton amplifolius
Broad-Leaved Pondweed
Pontederia cordata
pickerelweed
Heteranthera dubia
Grass-Leaf Mud-Plantain
Vallisneria americana
American eelgrass
Nymphaea odorata
American white waterlily
Brasenia schreberi
Schreber'S Watershield
Spirodela polyrhiza
great duckweed
Potamogeton illinoensis
Illinois pondweed
Hydrilla verticillata
Waterthyme
Myriophyllum spicatum
Eurasian watermilfoil
Decodon verticillatus
Hairy Swamp Loosestrife
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Luzerne County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Harveys Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Harveys Lakewithin Luzerne County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.