Red Wing
Ecosystem Overview
The Red Wing ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 93 taxonomic genera. Located in goodhue 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 #1 for species diversity among 5 goodhue county County natural areas, placing it in the 80th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Mergus merganser
goosander
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelican
Lithospermum canescens
hoary gromwell
Nelumbo lutea
American lotus
Setophaga coronata
Myrtle Warbler
Viola pedata
Birdfoot Violet
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Castilleja sessiliflora
downy painted-cup
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Anas crecca
teal, common teal
Spatula discors
Blue-winged Teal
Lithospermum incisum
yellow gromwell
Uvularia grandiflora
Large-Flowered Bellwort
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Marmota monax
Waldmurmeltier
Pyrrharctia isabella
Isabella Tiger Moth
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Goodhue County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Red Wing. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (3 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Red Wingwithin Goodhue County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.