Stockton Island
Ecosystem Overview
The Stockton Island ecosystem supports 31 documented wildlife species across 30 taxonomic genera. Located in ashland county, wisconsin, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 7 frequently observed species and 6 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Ashland County nearby has 69% more documented species, Stockton Island offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 13 ashland county County natural areas, placing it in the 77th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 31 total documented species.
Chimaphila umbellata
Pipsissewa
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Ursus americanus
American Black Bear
Chrysemys picta
Eastern Painted Turtle
Thuja occidentalis
White Cedar
Juniperus communis
juniper
Juncus effusus
soft rush
Leersia oryzoides
cut-grass
Scirpus cyperinus
Marsh Bulrush
Carex chordorrhiza
Rope-Root Sedge
Carex aurea
Golden Sedge
Gaylussacia baccata
black huckleberry
Vaccinium macrocarpon
Cranberry
Physocarpus opulifolius
common ninebark
Spiraea alba
Meadowsweet
Cerastium fontanum
Common mouse-ear chickweed
Apocynum androsaemifolium
Flytrap Dogbane
Hypericum boreale
Northern St. Johnswort
Drosera rotundifolia
round-leaved sundew
Spirodela polyrhiza
great duckweed
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Ashland County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Stockton 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 Stockton Islandwithin Ashland County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.