Decker Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Decker Lake ecosystem supports 37 documented wildlife species across 35 taxonomic genera. Located in salt lake county, utah, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Sandy nearby has 63% more documented species, Decker Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #14 for species diversity among 26 salt lake county County natural areas, placing it in the 46th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 37 total documented species.
Mareca strepera
Gadwall
Fulica americana
American Coot
Recurvirostra americana
American avocet
Larus californicus
California Gull
Euphagus cyanocephalus
Brewer's blackbird
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Tringa melanoleuca
Greater Yellowlegs
Polistes dominula
Paper Wasp
Anas crecca
teal, common teal
Sympetrum corruptum
Variegated Meadowhawk
Megaceryle alcyon
Belted Kingfisher
Egretta thula
Snowy Egret
Actitis macularius
spotted sandpiper
Vanessa cardui
painted lady
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Leucophaeus pipixcan
Franklin's Gull
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Salt Lake County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Decker Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (5 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Decker Lakewithin Salt Lake County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.