Sandstone
Ecosystem Overview
The Sandstone ecosystem supports 26 documented wildlife species across 23 taxonomic genera. Located in pine county, minnesota, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Pine County nearby has 74% more documented species, Sandstone offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 8 pine county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 26 total documented species.
Gaultheria procumbens
Mountain-Tea
Cornus canadensis
Cornel-Berry
Asteromyia modesta
Asteromyia euthamiae
Euthamia Leaf Gall Midge
Polystepha pilulae
Oak Leaf Gall Midge
Macrodiplosis erubescens
Dryocampa rubicunda
Rosy Maple Moth
Huperzia lucidula
shining fir-moss
Conocephalum salebrosum
cat-tongue liverwort
Clintonia borealis
Bluebead Lily
Vaccinium angustifolium
Sweet Lowbush Blueberry
Vaccinium myrtilloides
Canada Blueberry
Rhododendron groenlandicum
Labrador-Tea
Desmodium canadense
Canada Tick-Clover
Rubus ferrofluvius
Rubus recurvans
Ranunculus acris
meadow buttercup
Centaurea stoebe
spotted knapweed
Plantago major
Great Plantain
Spinulum annotinum
stiff clubmoss
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Pine County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Sandstone. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Sandstonewithin Pine County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.