Pat Mayse Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Pat Mayse Lake ecosystem supports 20 documented wildlife species across 19 taxonomic genera. Located in lamar county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Paris nearby has 63% more documented species, Pat Mayse Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 6 lamar county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 20 total documented species.
Tachycineta bicolor
Tree/Violet-Green Swallow
Zizaniopsis miliacea
giant-cutgrass
Salix nigra
Swamp Willow
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Potamilus purpuratus
bleufer
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Quercus phellos
willow oak
Pyrrhopappus pauciflorus
Texas false dandelion
Apocynum cannabinum
American-Hemp
Oenothera laciniata
Cutleaf Eveningprimrose
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Trifolium lappaceum
Burdock clover
Vitis palmata
Helenium amarum
bitterweed
Iva annua
sumpweed
Acmaeodera neglecta
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Ardea alba
Great Egret
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Lamar County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Pat Mayse Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Pat Mayse Lakewithin Lamar County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.