Harvey Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Harvey Lake ecosystem supports 6 documented wildlife species across 6 taxonomic genera. Located in smith county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Tyler nearby has 94% more documented species, Harvey Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 9 smith 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 6 total documented species.
Lepomis macrochirus
Bluegill sunfish
Aythya affinis
Lesser Scaup
Camponotus pennsylvanicus
Carpenter Ant
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Nerodia erythrogaster
Plainbelly Water Snake
Bidens laevis
Larger Bur-marigold
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Smith County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Harvey Lakewithin Smith County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.