Lake Georgetown
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Georgetown ecosystem supports 29 documented wildlife species across 29 taxonomic genera. Located in williamson county, texas, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Georgetown nearby has 71% more documented species, Lake Georgetown offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 11 williamson county County natural areas, placing it in the 55th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 29 total documented species.
Dreissena polymorpha
zebra mussel
Sula leucogaster
Booby
Cephalanthus occidentalis
Honey-Bells
Xanthium strumarium
rough cocklebur
Euploca procumbens
Fourspike heliotrope
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Papilio polyxenes
American Swallowtail
Peucetia viridans
lynx spiders
Pyganodon grandis
Giant Floater Mussel
Castor canadensis
Canadian beaver
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Mareca americana
American Wigeon
Eragrostis reptans
creeping love grass
Bothriochloa barbinodis
cane bluestem
Stenaria nigricans
diamondflowers
Heliotropium indicum
Indian heliotrope
Teucrium canadense
Wood Sage
Torilis arvensis
Spreading hedgeparsley
Pluchea odorata
sweet-scent
Cardiospermum halicacabum
Balloon vine
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Williamson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Georgetown. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Georgetownwithin Williamson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.