Sauk Rapids
Ecosystem Overview
The Sauk Rapids ecosystem supports 8 documented wildlife species across 8 taxonomic genera. Located in benton county, minnesota, 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 Benton County nearby has 72% more documented species, Sauk Rapids offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 3 benton county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 8 total documented species.
Spilosoma virginica
Yellow Woolly Bear
Ranunculus sceleratus
cursed crowfoot
Lactuca serriola
Prickly Lettuce
Androsace occidentalis
western pygmyflower
Sphinx chersis
Great Ash Sphinx
Leccinum insigne
Scilla siberica
Siberian squill
Protoparmeliopsis muralis
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Benton County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Sauk Rapids. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Sauk Rapidswithin Benton County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.