Golden Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Golden Lake ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 15 taxonomic genera. Located in anoka county, minnesota, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Anoka County nearby has 85% more documented species, Golden Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 19 anoka county County natural areas, placing it in the 58th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 15 total documented species.
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Donacia proxima
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Leucorrhinia intacta
Dot-tailed Whiteface
Papilio glaucus
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Lepomis cyanellus
Green sunfish
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Gavia immer
great northern loon
Aix sponsa
wood duck
Puccinia coronata
Crown Rust Of Oats
Nymphaea odorata
American white waterlily
Populus alba
White poplar
Ondatra zibethicus
Muskrat
Nuphar variegata
Yellow Cow-Lily
Acronicta insularis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Anoka County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Golden Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Golden Lakewithin Anoka County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.