Wahpeton
Ecosystem Overview
The Wahpeton ecosystem supports 23 documented wildlife species across 21 taxonomic genera. Located in dickinson county, iowa, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Dickinson County nearby has 62% more documented species, Wahpeton offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 6 dickinson 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 23 total documented species.
Trametes versicolor
Turkeytail
Quercus macrocarpa
Bur Oak
Hesperis matronalis
Dames rocket
Vanessa atalanta
Red Admiral
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Thamnophis sirtalis
Common Garter Snake
Coccyzus americanus
Yellow-billed Cuckoo
Hymenochaete rubiginosa
Oak Curtain Crust
Parasola plicatilis
Pleated Inkcap
Coprinellus radians
Bjerkandera adusta
Smoky Bracket
Sorghastrum nutans
Yellow Indiangrass
Asclepias tuberosa
Chieger-Flower
Acer saccharinum
White Maple
Acer negundo
ash-leaved maple, box-elder
Gloeophyllum sepiarium
Conifer Mazegill
Pluteus longistriatus
Pluteus cervinus
Deer Shield
Lentinus arcularius
Marasmius rotula
Collared Parachute
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Dickinson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Wahpeton. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Wahpetonwithin Dickinson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.