Lake Cliff
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Cliff ecosystem supports 10 documented wildlife species across 10 taxonomic genera. Located in dallas county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Irving nearby has 90% more documented species, Lake Cliff offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #18 for species diversity among 41 dallas county County natural areas, placing it in the 56th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 10 total documented species.
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Celithemis eponina
Halloween Pennant
Aythya affinis
Lesser Scaup
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Paspalum urvillei
Vasey's grass
Diodia virginiana
Rumex crispus
curled dock
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Falco sparverius
American Kestrel
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Dallas County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Cliff. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Cliffwithin Dallas County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.