Fairfield Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Fairfield Lake ecosystem supports 29 documented wildlife species across 28 taxonomic genera. Located in freestone county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. Compared to nearby Fairfield, Fairfield Lake hosts 263% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 5 freestone county County natural areas, placing it in the 60th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 29 total documented species.
Fulica americana
American Coot
Sterna forsteri
forster’s tern
Phragmites australis
Common Reed
Ischnura ramburii
Rambur's Forktail
Dichromorpha viridis
Short-winged Green Grasshopper
Apiomerus spissipes
Lepisosteus oculatus
Spotted Gar
Acris blanchardi
Blanchard's Cricket Frog
Didelphis virginiana
Virginia-Opossum
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Euphagus carolinus
Rusty Blackbird
Anthus rubescens
Buff-bellied Pipit
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Melanitta americana
black scoter
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Ricciocarpos natans
purple-fringed liverwort
Cucumis melo
Cantaloupe
Gleditsia triacanthos
Honey Locust
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Freestone County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Fairfield Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Fairfield Lakewithin Freestone County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.