Oquirrh Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Oquirrh Lake ecosystem supports 38 documented wildlife species across 29 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 62% more documented species, Oquirrh Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #12 for species diversity among 26 salt lake county County natural areas, placing it in the 54th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 38 total documented species.
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Fulica americana
American Coot
Aythya americana
Redhead
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Aythya valisineria
Canvasback
Bucephala clangula
common goldeneye
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Larus californicus
California Gull
Podiceps nigricollis
black-necked grebe
Sayornis saya
Say's phoebe
Xanthocephalus xanthocephalus
yellow-headed blackbird
Aythya affinis
Lesser Scaup
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Spatula cyanoptera
Cinnamon Teal
Hirundo rustica
barn swallow
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Salt Lake County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Oquirrh 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 Oquirrh Lakewithin Salt Lake County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.