Pactola Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Pactola Lake ecosystem supports 5 documented wildlife species across 5 taxonomic genera. Located in pennington county, south dakota, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 0 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Rapid City nearby has 95% more documented species, Pactola Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 8 pennington county County natural areas, placing it in the 63th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 5 total documented species.
Lepomis macrochirus
Bluegill sunfish
Ambloplites rupestris
Goggle Eye
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Oncorhynchus mykiss
Rainbow Trout
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Pennington County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Pactola Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Pactola Lakewithin Pennington County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.