Oconomowoc
Ecosystem Overview
The Oconomowoc ecosystem supports 75 documented wildlife species across 71 taxonomic genera. Located in waukesha county, wisconsin, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 16 frequently observed species and 14 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Waukesha nearby has 25% more documented species, Oconomowoc offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #6 for species diversity among 33 waukesha county County natural areas, placing it in the 82th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 75 total documented species.
Anas platyrhynchos
mallard
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Sturnus vulgaris
starling
Acer negundo
ash-leaved maple, box-elder
Anas rubripes
American Black Duck
Phalaris arundinacea
reed-grass, reed-canary grass
Nymphaea odorata
American white waterlily
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Cardinalis cardinalis
Northern Cardinal
Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
Cliff Swallow
Pachydiplax longipennis
Blue Dasher
Dibolia borealis
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Potamogeton richardsonii
Richardson's pondweed
Hirundo rustica
barn swallow
Agelaius phoeniceus
Red-Winged Blackbird (Red-Winged)
Corvus brachyrhynchos
American Crow
Ardea herodias
Great Blue Heron
Vespula germanica
German Yellowjacket
Lucidota atra
Black Firefly
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Waukesha County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Oconomowoc. 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 Oconomowocwithin Waukesha County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.