Locations in Dakota County, Minnesota
Species in Dakota County
Common Species in Dakota County
Showing 15 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Tringa flavipes
lesser yellowlegs
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Molothrus ater
Brown-headed Cowbird
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Acer negundo
ash-leaved maple, box-elder
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Spatula discors
Blue-winged Teal
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
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Natural Areas & Wildlife Locations in Dakota County
Explore 73 documented locations in Dakota County, Minnesota. Each area offers unique wildlife viewing opportunities with varying biodiversity levels.
🌿 High Biodiversity Hotspots (3 locations)
🦅 Wildlife Viewing Areas (2 locations)
🌱 Emerging & Specialized Areas (12 locations)
📍 Additional Locations (56 locations)
About Wildlife Data
Species counts represent documented wildlife observations from citizen science contributions. Higher counts often indicate areas with diverse habitats, active monitoring, or significant ecological importance. Each location offers unique opportunities to connect with Dakota County's natural heritage.