Andover
Ecosystem Overview
The Andover ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 82 taxonomic genera. Located in anoka county, minnesota, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 19 anoka county County natural areas, placing it in the 84th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Bombus vagans
Half-black bumble bee
Bombus griseocollis
Brown-belted Bumblebee
Bombus bimaculatus
Two-Spotted Bumble Bee
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Chondestes grammacus
Lark Sparrow
Bombus rufocinctus
Red-belted Bumble Bee
Pseudacris maculata
Boreal Chorus Frog
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Meleagris gallopavo
Turkey
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Vanessa cardui
painted lady
Sialia sialis
Eastern Bluebird
Satyrium calanus
Banded Hairstreak
Toxostoma rufum
brown thrasher
Spatula discors
Blue-winged Teal
Setophaga palmarum
Palm Warbler
Melospiza georgiana
Swamp Sparrow
Sayornis phoebe
Eastern Phoebe
Cercyonis pegala
Common Wood Nymph
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Anoka County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Andover. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Andoverwithin Anoka County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.