Zander Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Zander Lake ecosystem supports 49 documented wildlife species across 48 taxonomic genera. Located in green county, wisconsin, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 10 frequently observed species and 9 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Green County nearby has 51% more documented species, Zander Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 4 green 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 49 total documented species.
Euchaetes egle
Milkweed Tussock Moth
Campanulastrum americanum
American bellflower
Corylus americana
American Hazelnut
Rhus glabra
Scarlet Sumach
Ischnura verticalis
Eastern Forktail
Halictus ligatus
Ligated Furrow Bee
Saponaria officinalis
soapwort
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Tradescantia ohiensis
Blue-Jacket
Bombycilla cedrorum
cedar waxwing
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Rubus occidentalis
Thimbleberry
Acanalonia bivittata
Impatiens capensis
orange balsam
Solanum carolinense
Apple-Of-Sodom
Teucrium canadense
Wood Sage
Verbena hastata
Wild Hyssop
Melilotus albus
white melilot
Pieris rapae
small white
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Green County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Zander Lake. 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 Zander Lakewithin Green County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.