Brandon
Ecosystem Overview
The Brandon ecosystem supports 20 documented wildlife species across 20 taxonomic genera. Located in minnehaha county, south dakota, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 3 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Minnehaha County nearby has 80% more documented species, Brandon offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 minnehaha 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 20 total documented species.
Cosmopepla lintneriana
Twice-Stabbed Stink Bug
Quercus macrocarpa
Bur Oak
Oxalis dillenii
Dillenius' Wood-Sorrel
Gleditsia triacanthos
Honey Locust
Rhamnus cathartica
purging buckthorn
Euphorbia maculata
Milk purslane
Ambrosia trifida
Tall Ragweed
Verbascum thapsus
Aaron'S-Rod
Toxicodendron rydbergii
Western Poison Ivy
Leonurus cardiaca
motherwort
Nepeta cataria
Catnip
Lotus corniculatus
Garden bird's-foot-trefoil
Trifolium repens
Dutch clover
Vitis riparia
riverbank grape
Tragopogon dubius
Goatsbeard
Equisetum arvense
field horsetail
Cirsium altissimum
roadside thistle
Carduus nutans
nodding thistle
Vicia villosa
fodder vetch
Mirabilis nyctaginea
Umbrella Wort
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Minnehaha County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Brandon. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (5 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Brandonwithin Minnehaha County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.