Hartland
Ecosystem Overview
The Hartland ecosystem supports 28 documented wildlife species across 27 taxonomic genera. Located in waukesha county, wisconsin, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 6 frequently observed species and 5 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Waukesha nearby has 72% more documented species, Hartland offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #10 for species diversity among 33 waukesha county County natural areas, placing it in the 70th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 28 total documented species.
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Apis mellifera
Western Honey Bee
Lithobates catesbeianus
Common Bullfrog
Felis catus
Domestic Cat
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Tamias striatus
eastern chipmunk
Colaptes auratus
common flicker
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Cathartes aura
Turkey Vulture
Aythya collaris
Ring-necked Duck
Flavoparmelia caperata
Common Greenshield Lichen
Thuja occidentalis
White Cedar
Fagus grandifolia
American Beech
Dipsacus laciniatus
Laciniate Teasel
Verbascum thapsus
Aaron'S-Rod
Oenothera biennis
common evening primrose
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Waukesha County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Hartland. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (2 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Hartlandwithin Waukesha County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.