Lake Wautaga
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Wautaga ecosystem supports 9 documented wildlife species across 9 taxonomic genera. Located in davidson county, tennessee, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Nashville-Davidson nearby has 91% more documented species, Lake Wautaga offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 10 davidson county County natural areas, placing it in the 40th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 9 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Graptemys geographica
common map turtle
Fulica americana
American Coot
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Vicia sativa
Garden vetch
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Pseudemys concinna
River Cooter
Butorides virescens
green heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Davidson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Wautaga. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Wautagawithin Davidson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.