Sucker Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Sucker Lake ecosystem supports 12 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in ramsey county, minnesota, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Ramsey County nearby has 88% more documented species, Sucker Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 20 ramsey county County natural areas, placing it in the 60th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 12 total documented species.
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
Oswego Bass
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Gavia immer
great northern loon
Pheucticus ludovicianus
Rose-breasted Grosbeak
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Bucephala clangula
common goldeneye
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Cygnus buccinator
trumpeter swan
Dryocopus pileatus
Pileated Woodpecker
Spatula clypeata
Northern Shoveler
Mergus merganser
goosander
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Ramsey County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Sucker Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Sucker Lakewithin Ramsey County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.