Vadnais Heights
Ecosystem Overview
The Vadnais Heights ecosystem supports 52 documented wildlife species across 43 taxonomic genera. Located in ramsey county, minnesota, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 11 frequently observed species and 10 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Ramsey County nearby has 48% more documented species, Vadnais Heights offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 20 ramsey 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 52 total documented species.
Mergus merganser
goosander
Fulica americana
American Coot
Gavia immer
great northern loon
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Spizelloides arborea
American Tree Sparrow
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Setophaga castanea
Bay-breasted Warbler
Ondatra zibethicus
Muskrat
Cygnus buccinator
trumpeter swan
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Bucephala clangula
common goldeneye
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Setophaga magnolia
Magnolia Warbler
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Setophaga palmarum
Palm Warbler
Lithobates pipiens
Northern Leopard Frog
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
Oswego Bass
Erythemis simplicicollis
Eastern Pondhawk
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Ramsey County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Vadnais Heights. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Vadnais Heightswithin Ramsey County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.