Upper Lyman Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Upper Lyman Lake ecosystem supports 8 documented wildlife species across 7 taxonomic genera. Located in rice county, minnesota, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Faribault nearby has 78% more documented species, Upper Lyman Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 8 rice county County natural areas, placing it in the 50th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 8 total documented species.
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Oxyura jamaicensis
Ruddy Duck
Lophodytes cucullatus
Hooded Merganser
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Branta hutchinsii
hutchins’s canada goose
Iris versicolor
Water Flag
Mergus merganser
goosander
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Rice County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Upper Lyman Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Upper Lyman Lakewithin Rice County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.