Lake Leon
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Leon ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 12 taxonomic genera. Located in eastland county, texas, 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. Compared to nearby Lake Eastland, Lake Leon hosts 500% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 eastland county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.
Arctosa littoralis
Shoreline Wolf Spider
Argia moesta
Powdered Dancer
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Phyciodes phaon
Phaon Crescent
Pardosa mercurialis
Pyganodon grandis
Giant Floater Mussel
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Gavia immer
great northern loon
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Cephalanthus occidentalis
Honey-Bells
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Eastland County
Discover 4 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Leon. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Leonwithin Eastland County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.