Walden
Ecosystem Overview
The Walden ecosystem supports 40 documented wildlife species across 35 taxonomic genera. Located in hamilton county, tennessee, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 9 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Hamilton County nearby has 60% more documented species, Walden offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #5 for species diversity among 13 hamilton county County natural areas, placing it in the 62th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 40 total documented species.
Quercus alba
Eastern White Oak
Ilex opaca
white holly
Quercus montana
mountain chestnut oak
Acer rubrum
Maple
Smilax glauca
Catbrier
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Euonymus fortunei
Winter creeper
Hypomyces chrysospermus
Bolete Mould
Tsuga canadensis
Canada Hemlock
Liriodendron tulipifera
Tulip Poplar
Ligustrum sinense
Chinese privet
Phallus ravenelii
Ravenel'S Stinkhorn
Hedera helix
ivy
Quercus stellata
post oak
Aureoboletus betula
Dolichovespula maculata
Baldfaced Hornet
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Usnea strigosa
Bushy Beard Lichen
Maianthemum racemosum
Feathery False Solomon'S-Seal
Vaccinium arboreum
winter-huckleberry
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Hamilton County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Walden. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (6 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Waldenwithin Hamilton County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.