Mitchell Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Mitchell Lake ecosystem supports 51 documented wildlife species across 44 taxonomic genera. Located in bexar county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Bexar County nearby has 49% more documented species, Mitchell Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 41 bexar county County natural areas, placing it in the 78th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 51 total documented species.
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Fulica americana
American Coot
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Himantopus mexicanus
Black-necked Stilt
Tachybaptus dominicus
Least Grebe
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Calidris minutilla
least sandpiper
Calidris mauri
Western Sandpiper
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Asterocampa clyton
Tawny Emperor
Porzana carolina
Sora
Podiceps nigricollis
black-necked grebe
Anas crecca
teal, common teal
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Libytheana carinenta
American Snout
Estigmene acrea
Saltmarsh Caterpillar
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Bexar County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Mitchell Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Mitchell Lakewithin Bexar County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.