Waterloo
Ecosystem Overview
The Waterloo ecosystem supports 24 documented wildlife species across 24 taxonomic genera. Located in jefferson 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 Jefferson County nearby has 76% more documented species, Waterloo offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 8 jefferson county County natural areas, placing it in the 63th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 24 total documented species.
Tilia americana
White Basswood
Caryomyia viscidolium
Pleurotus citrinopileatus
Omphalotus illudens
Eastern American Jack-O'-Lantern
Phleogena faginea
Fenugreek Stalkball
Polycephalomyces tomentosus
Ascocoryne sarcoides
Purple Jellydisc
Scutellinia scutellata
Common Eyelash
Punctelia bolliana
Myelochroa aurulenta
Adiantum pedatum
Five-Finger Fern
Maianthemum stellatum
Starry False Lily Of The Valley
Galearis spectabilis
showy orchis
Euonymus atropurpureus
Burningbush
Hylodesmum glutinosum
clustered-leaved tick-trefoil
Popillia japonica
Japanese Beetle
Anatis mali
Contarinia verrucicola
Apiosporina morbosa
Black Knot
Smilax tamnoides
bristly greenbrier
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Jefferson County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Waterloo. 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 Waterloowithin Jefferson County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.