Lake Granbury
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Granbury ecosystem supports 24 documented wildlife species across 23 taxonomic genera. Located in hood county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Granbury nearby has 76% more documented species, Lake Granbury offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 4 hood county County natural areas, placing it in the 25th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 24 total documented species.
Fulica americana
American Coot
Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
Cliff Swallow
Cicindela ocellata
Pogonomyrmex barbatus
Ischnura posita
Fragile Forktail
Dromogomphus spoliatus
Flag-tailed Spinyleg
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Rumina decollata
decollate snail
Otala lactea
milk snail
Acris blanchardi
Blanchard's Cricket Frog
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Apalone spinifera
spiny softshell turtle
Pseudemys texana
Texas River Cooter
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Alopochen aegyptiaca
Egyptian Goose
Teucrium canadense
Wood Sage
Bowlesia incana
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Hood County
Discover 3 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Granbury. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Granburywithin Hood County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.