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Braunig Lake

Ecosystem Overview

The Braunig Lake ecosystem supports 9 documented wildlife species across 9 taxonomic genera. Located in bexar county, texas, 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 Bexar County nearby has 91% more documented species, Braunig Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #26 for species diversity among 41 bexar county County natural areas, placing it in the 37th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

9
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
9
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
5
Common Species
Frequently observed species
4
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#26
Regional Rank
Out of 41 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common2 species
Common3 species
Occasional3 species
Rare1 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#26 of 41 locations
37th percentile for diversity
vs. Bexar County
-91% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 9 total documented species.

Brachymesia gravida

Brachymesia gravida

Four-spotted Pennant

Very Common1 obs.
Perithemis tenera

Perithemis tenera

Eastern Amberwing

Very Common1 obs.
Peucetia viridans

Peucetia viridans

lynx spiders

Very Common1 obs.
Egretta rufescens

Egretta rufescens

Reddish Egret

Very Common1 obs.
Coragyps atratus

Coragyps atratus

Black Vulture

Very Common1 obs.
Tachybaptus dominicus

Tachybaptus dominicus

Least Grebe

Common1 obs.
Podilymbus podiceps

Podilymbus podiceps

Pied-billed grebe

Common1 obs.
Oxyura jamaicensis

Oxyura jamaicensis

Ruddy Duck

Common1 obs.
Corbicula fluminea

Corbicula fluminea

asian clam

Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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