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Lost Lake

Ecosystem Overview

The Lost Lake ecosystem supports 6 documented wildlife species across 6 taxonomic genera. Located in whatcom county, washington, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Bellingham nearby has 94% more documented species, Lost Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #11 for species diversity among 24 whatcom county County natural areas, placing it in the 54th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

6
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
6
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
4
Common Species
Frequently observed species
2
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#11
Regional Rank
Out of 24 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common2 species
Common2 species
Occasional1 species
Rare1 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#11 of 24 locations
54th percentile for diversity
vs. Bellingham
-94% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 6 total documented species.

Drosera rotundifolia

Drosera rotundifolia

round-leaved sundew

Very Common2 obs.
Gaultheria shallon

Gaultheria shallon

shallal

Very Common1 obs.
Rhododendron groenlandicum

Rhododendron groenlandicum

Labrador-Tea

Very Common1 obs.
Kalmia microphylla

Kalmia microphylla

bog-laurel

Very Common1 obs.
Comarum palustre

Comarum palustre

Marsh Five-Fingers

Very Common1 obs.
Triantha glutinosa

Triantha glutinosa

Glutinous Tofieldia

Common1 obs.

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Regional Wildlife Network

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