Outer Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Outer Island ecosystem supports 22 documented wildlife species across 20 taxonomic genera. Located in ashland county, wisconsin, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Ashland County nearby has 78% more documented species, Outer Island offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 13 ashland county County natural areas, placing it in the 69th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 22 total documented species.
Clintonia borealis
Bluebead Lily
Thuja occidentalis
White Cedar
Equisetum variegatum
Northern Scouring-Rush
Lycopodium clavatum
Wolf'S-Claw Clubmoss
Cladium mariscoides
Smooth Saw-Grass
Eleocharis robbinsii
Robbins' spikerush
Rhynchospora alba
White Beakrush
Carex stipata
Owlfruit sedge
Carex aurea
Golden Sedge
Lilium lancifolium
Tiger lily
Corallorhiza maculata
Large Coralroot
Platanthera clavellata
small green woodland orchid
Vaccinium macrocarpon
Cranberry
Vaccinium myrtilloides
Canada Blueberry
Oxalis montana
White Wood-Sorrel
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
Pinus banksiana
Gray Pine
Dulichium arundinaceum
Three-Way Sedge
Andromeda polifolia
bog-rosemary
Marchantia quadrata
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Ashland County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Outer Island. 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 Outer Islandwithin Ashland County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.