Poplar Tree Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Poplar Tree Lake ecosystem supports 11 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in shelby county, tennessee, 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 Shelby County nearby has 89% more documented species, Poplar Tree Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 12 shelby county County natural areas, placing it in the 42th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 11 total documented species.
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Triorla interrupta
Hymenia perspectalis
Phyciodes tharos
Pearl Crescent
Calycopis cecrops
Red-Banded Hairstreak
Ancyloxypha numitor
Least Skipper
Heliotropium indicum
Indian heliotrope
Pluchea camphorata
Camphor Pluchea
Plathemis lydia
Common Whitetail
Enallagma civile
Familiar Bluet
Ocyptamus fuscipennis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Shelby County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Poplar Tree Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Poplar Tree Lakewithin Shelby County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.