Lake Cavanaugh
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Cavanaugh ecosystem supports 19 documented wildlife species across 19 taxonomic genera. Located in skagit county, washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Anacortes nearby has 81% more documented species, Lake Cavanaugh offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 25 skagit county County natural areas, placing it in the 76th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 19 total documented species.
Araneus diadematus
european garden spider
Lobelia dortmanna
water lobelia
Bombus flavifrons
Yellow head bumble bee
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Hadromyia pulchra
Eupeodes fumipennis
Salticus scenicus
Zebra Jumper
Elgaria coerulea
Northern Alligator Lizard
Isoetes occidentalis
western quillwort
Mentha canadensis
American Corn Mint
Comarum palustre
Marsh Five-Fingers
Spiraea douglasii
Douglas' spirea
Pilosella aurantiaca
King-Devil
Melanostoma mellina
Chlorophyllum brunneum
Brown Parasol
Nuphar polysepala
Rocky Mountain pond-lily
Rubus parviflorus
Corbicula fluminea
asian clam
Etorofus obliteratus
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Skagit County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Cavanaugh. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Cavanaughwithin Skagit County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.