Lake Fairfax
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Fairfax ecosystem supports 32 documented wildlife species across 31 taxonomic genera. Located in fairfax county, virginia, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Fairfax County nearby has 68% more documented species, Lake Fairfax offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #9 for species diversity among 27 fairfax county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 32 total documented species.
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Polystichum acrostichoides
dagger fern
Hamamelis virginiana
Northern Witch-Hazel
Houstonia caerulea
Quaker-Ladies
Solidago bicolor
Silverrod
Xylocopa virginica
Carpenter bee
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
Phyciodes tharos
Pearl Crescent
Graphocephala versuta
Hormaphis hamamelidis
Witch-Hazel Cone Gall Aphid
Neoscona arabesca
orb weavers
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Asplenium platyneuron
ebony spleenwort
Adiantum pedatum
Five-Finger Fern
Ceratophyllum demersum
rigid hornwort
Kalmia latifolia
Mountain-Laurel
Rhododendron periclymenoides
Pinxterbloom Azalea
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Fairfax County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Fairfax. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Fairfaxwithin Fairfax County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.