Lawton Valley Reservoir

Ecosystem Overview

The Lawton Valley Reservoir ecosystem supports 2 documented wildlife species across 2 taxonomic genera. Located in newport county, rhode island, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 1 frequently observed species and 0 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Newport nearby has 98% more documented species, Lawton Valley Reservoir offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #14 for species diversity among 19 newport county County natural areas, placing it in the 26th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

Total Species

Documented wildlife species

Genus Diversity

Taxonomic genera represented

Common Species

Frequently observed species

Rare Species

Occasionally documented species

#14

Regional Rank

Out of 19 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common1 species

Common1 species

Occasional0 species

Rare0 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking

#14 of 19 locations

26th percentile for diversity

vs. Newport

-98% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 2 total documented species.

Oxyura jamaicensis

Ruddy Duck

Very Common1 obs.

Bucephala albeola

Bufflehead

Very Common1 obs.

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