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Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 80 total documented species.

Buckthorn

Motherwort
Haymaids
Silkweed
Beebalm
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Mallard
Wild Geranium
Hedge Garlic
Canada Goose

Redroot
Mayapple

Cup Plant
Red-Winged Blackbird
Gray Squirrel
Celandine
Horseweed
Carrot
Richweed
Boxelder
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Dane County County, Wisconsin
These comparisons are based on documented wildlife observations from citizen science data. Locations with higher species counts may have more observation activity, different habitat types, or larger coverage areas. Regional rankings help identify biodiversity hotspots and unique natural areas within Dane County County.
The Dane County ecosystem supports 80 documented wildlife species across 72 taxonomic genera. Located in Dane County, Wisconsin, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 17 frequently observed species and 15 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife.