Merton
Ecosystem Overview
The Merton ecosystem supports 24 documented wildlife species across 23 taxonomic genera. Located in waukesha 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 Waukesha nearby has 76% more documented species, Merton offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #11 for species diversity among 33 waukesha county County natural areas, placing it in the 67th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 24 total documented species.
Lysimachia nummularia
Moneywort
Acer negundo
ash-leaved maple, box-elder
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Melanerpes carolinus
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Phellinus tremulae
Aspen Bracket
Cerioporus squamosus
Punctelia rudecta
Rough Speckled Shield Lichen
Symplocarpus foetidus
Skunk Cabbage
Impatiens capensis
orange balsam
Rosa multiflora
Many-Flower Rose
Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Frangula alnus
Frangula
Rhamnus cathartica
purging buckthorn
Populus tremuloides
Aspen Poplar
Cardamine bulbosa
Bulbous Bitter-Cress
Tilia americana
White Basswood
Veronica serpyllifolia
Thymeleaf speedwell
Acer saccharinum
White Maple
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Waukesha County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Merton. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
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🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Mertonwithin Waukesha County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.