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Forest Lake

Ecosystem Overview

The Forest Lake ecosystem supports 3 documented wildlife species across 3 taxonomic genera. Located in waukesha county, wisconsin, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 1 frequently observed species and 0 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Waukesha nearby has 97% more documented species, Forest Lake offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #20 for species diversity among 33 waukesha county County natural areas, placing it in the 39th percentile for biodiversity.

Biodiversity Highlights

3
Total Species
Documented wildlife species
3
Genus Diversity
Taxonomic genera represented
2
Common Species
Frequently observed species
1
Rare Species
Occasionally documented species
#20
Regional Rank
Out of 33 locations

Species Distribution

Very Common1 species
Common1 species
Occasional1 species
Rare0 species

Regional Context

Regional Ranking
#20 of 33 locations
39th percentile for diversity
vs. Waukesha
-97% species diversity

Most Common Species

Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 3 total documented species.

Esox lucius

Esox lucius

pike

Very Common1 obs.
Lepomis macrochirus

Lepomis macrochirus

Bluegill sunfish

Very Common1 obs.
Ranunculus aquatilis

Ranunculus aquatilis

common water-crowfoot

Very Common1 obs.

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🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)

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🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)

Menomonee Falls

Active wildlife area with 92 documented species.Excellent for diverse wildlife encounters and nature photography.

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Oconomowoc

Active wildlife area with 75 documented species.Excellent for diverse wildlife encounters and nature photography.

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🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)

City Of Pewaukee

Unique habitat supporting 11 species. Ideal for discovering specialized wildlife communities.

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Beaver Lake

Intimate natural area with 1 documented species. Perfect for quiet wildlife observation.

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📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)

Bass Bay

Undocumented potential

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Undocumented potential

Regional Wildlife Network

These nearby locations complement Forest Lakewithin Waukesha County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.

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