Fort Atkinson
Ecosystem Overview
The Fort Atkinson ecosystem supports 9 documented wildlife species across 9 taxonomic genera. Located in jefferson county, wisconsin, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 2 frequently observed species and 1 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Jefferson County nearby has 91% more documented species, Fort Atkinson offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 8 jefferson county County natural areas, placing it in the 25th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 9 total documented species.
Impatiens capensis
orange balsam
Verbena hastata
Wild Hyssop
Cerastium fontanum
Common mouse-ear chickweed
Lactuca serriola
Prickly Lettuce
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Lacrymaria lacrymabunda
Weeping Widow
Potamogeton crispus
curled pondweed
Wolffia brasiliensis
South American Watermeal
Cicuta maculata
common water-hemlock
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jefferson County
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Fort Atkinsonwithin Jefferson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.