Rice Lake
Ecosystem Overview
The Rice Lake ecosystem supports 11 documented wildlife species across 11 taxonomic genera. Located in walworth county, wisconsin, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Walworth County nearby has 89% more documented species, Rice Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 6 walworth county County natural areas, placing it in the 33th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 11 total documented species.
Impatiens capensis
orange balsam
Lythrum salicaria
purple loosestrife
Dolomedes scriptus
Esox lucius
pike
Persicaria pensylvanica
Pink Knotweed
Verbena hastata
Wild Hyssop
Ranunculus fascicularis
tufted buttercup
Epilobium coloratum
cinnamon willowherb
Sternotherus odoratus
Eastern Musk Turtle
Potamogeton crispus
curled pondweed
Myriophyllum spicatum
Eurasian watermilfoil
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Walworth County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Rice Lake. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Rice Lakewithin Walworth County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.