Chenequa
Ecosystem Overview
The Chenequa ecosystem supports 15 documented wildlife species across 14 taxonomic genera. Located in waukesha county, wisconsin, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 4 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Waukesha nearby has 85% more documented species, Chenequa offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #14 for species diversity among 33 waukesha county County natural areas, placing it in the 58th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 15 total documented species.
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Meleagris gallopavo
Turkey
Lepomis macrochirus
Bluegill sunfish
Ambloplites rupestris
Goggle Eye
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Calvatia gigantea
Giant Puffball
Flavoparmelia caperata
Common Greenshield Lichen
Aquilegia canadensis
Colorado Columbine
Osmorhiza claytonii
Woolly Sweet Cicely
Aralia racemosa
Life-Of-Man
Aralia nudicaulis
Shotbush
Camponotus pennsylvanicus
Carpenter Ant
Procyon lotor
raccoon, northern raccoon
Athyrium angustum
Northern Lady Fern
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Waukesha County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Chenequa. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Chenequawithin Waukesha County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.