Nashotah
Ecosystem Overview
The Nashotah ecosystem supports 38 documented wildlife species across 38 taxonomic genera. Located in waukesha county, wisconsin, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Waukesha nearby has 62% more documented species, Nashotah offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 33 waukesha county County natural areas, placing it in the 76th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 38 total documented species.
Juniperus virginiana
Red Cedar Juniper
Celithemis eponina
Halloween Pennant
Leucanthemum vulgare
ox-eye daisy
Libellula luctuosa
Widow Skimmer
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Rhus glabra
Scarlet Sumach
Carduus nutans
nodding thistle
Bombus auricomus
Black and Gold Bumble bee
Leucorrhinia intacta
Dot-tailed Whiteface
Eurosta solidaginis
Goldenrod Gall Fly
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Dumetella carolinensis
Catbird
Verbena urticifolia
White Vervain
Glechoma hederacea
ground ivy
Ajuga genevensis
Geneva Bugleweed
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Berteroa incana
hoary alison
Matricaria discoidea
pineapple weed
Rudbeckia hirta
Blackeyed Susan
Achillea millefolium
yarrow, milfoil
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Waukesha County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Nashotah. 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 Nashotahwithin Waukesha County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.