Apple Valley
Ecosystem Overview
The Apple Valley ecosystem supports 24 documented wildlife species across 24 taxonomic genera. Located in dakota county, minnesota, 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 Eagan nearby has 76% more documented species, Apple Valley offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 17 dakota county County natural areas, placing it in the 71th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 24 total documented species.
Chrysemys picta
Eastern Painted Turtle
Tringa solitaria
Solitary Sandpiper
Pisaurina mira
American Nursery Web Spider
Pimephales promelas
fathead minnow
Anaxyrus americanus
American Toad
Lithobates pipiens
Northern Leopard Frog
Tamias striatus
eastern chipmunk
Trachemys scripta
slider turtle, red-eared terrapin, red-eared slider
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Corylus americana
American Hazelnut
Viburnum lantana
wayfaring tree
Caragana arborescens
Siberian Pea-Shrub
Comarum palustre
Marsh Five-Fingers
Anemone virginiana
Thimbleweed
Sphinx kalmiae
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Sagittaria latifolia
Broadleaf arrowhead
Ageratina altissima
white snakeroot
Ictidomys tridecemlineatus
Spermophile rayé
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Dakota County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Apple Valley. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (1 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Apple Valleywithin Dakota County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.