Mueller Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Mueller Lake ecosystem supports 22 documented wildlife species across 21 taxonomic genera. Located in travis 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 Travis County nearby has 78% more documented species, Mueller Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #11 for species diversity among 26 travis county County natural areas, placing it in the 58th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 22 total documented species.
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Quiscalus mexicanus
Great-tailed Grackle
Alopochen aegyptiaca
Egyptian Goose
Fulica americana
American Coot
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Brachymesia gravida
Four-spotted Pennant
Pseudemys texana
Texas River Cooter
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Aythya americana
Redhead
Pontederia cordata
pickerelweed
Alternanthera philoxeroides
Alligatorweed
Oenothera speciosa
white evening-primrose
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Sciurus niger
Cat Squirrel
Thalia dealbata
Ludwigia octovalvis
Mexican primrose-willow
Lysimachia arvensis
Poor Man'S Weatherglass
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Travis County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Mueller Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Mueller Lakewithin Travis County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.