Watertown
Ecosystem Overview
The Watertown ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 90 taxonomic genera. Located in codington county, south dakota, 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 6 codington county County natural areas, placing it in the 83th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Haemorhous mexicanus
House Finch
Bombus huntii
Hunt bumble bee
Chelydra serpentina
Snapping Turtle
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Leiothlypis celata
Orange-crowned Warbler
Viola pedatifida
purple prairie violet
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Penstemon albidus
red-line beardtongue
Lithospermum canescens
hoary gromwell
Viburnum lantana
wayfaring tree
Allium textile
textile onion
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Melospiza lincolnii
Lincoln Sparrow
Anemonastrum canadense
round-leaved anemone
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Polistes fuscatus
Dark Paper Wasp
Creophilus maxillosus
Hairy rove beetle
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Codington County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Watertown. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Watertownwithin Codington County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.