Lake Mills
Ecosystem Overview
The Lake Mills ecosystem supports 66 documented wildlife species across 65 taxonomic genera. Located in jefferson county, wisconsin, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 14 frequently observed species and 13 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Jefferson County nearby has 34% more documented species, Lake Mills offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 8 jefferson county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 66 total documented species.
Rhamnus cathartica
purging buckthorn
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Scilla siberica
Siberian squill
Euphorbia virgata
leafy spurge
Dryobates pubescens
Downy Woodpecker
Esox lucius
pike
Vanessa atalanta
Red Admiral
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Crambus agitatellus
Double-Banded Grass-Veneer
Bucephala albeola
Bufflehead
Actias luna
North American Luna Moth
Pieris rapae
small white
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Pseudacris maculata
Boreal Chorus Frog
Apalone spinifera
spiny softshell turtle
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Datana integerrima
Walnut Caterpillar Moth
Melospiza melodia
Song Sparrow
Hypercompe scribonia
Giant Leopard Moth
Photinus pyralis
Big Dipper Firefly
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jefferson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Lake Mills. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Lake Millswithin Jefferson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.