Lake Raven
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Raven ecosystem supports 22 documented wildlife species across 20 taxonomic genera. Located in walker 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 Walker County nearby has 78% more documented species, Lake Raven offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 3 walker county County natural areas, placing it in the 0th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 22 total documented species.
Ardea alba
Great Egret
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Alligator mississippiensis
Louisiana alligator.
Butorides virescens
green heron
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Egretta caerulea
Little Blue Heron
Sus scrofa
wild boar, eurasian wild boar
Libellula luctuosa
Widow Skimmer
Papilio troilus
Spicebush
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Egretta tricolor
Tricolor Heron
Coragyps atratus
Black Vulture
Hydrocotyle umbellata
water pennywort
Rhus copallina
Black Sumac
Myocastor coypus
Coypu, Nutria
Hydrilla verticillata
Waterthyme
Perilla frutescens
Beefsteakplant
Mikania scandens
Climbing hempvine
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Walker County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Raven. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Ravenwithin Walker County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.