Waukesha
Ecosystem Overview
The Waukesha ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 83 taxonomic genera. Located in waukesha county, wisconsin, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 33 waukesha county County natural areas, placing it in the 94th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Bombus rufocinctus
Red-belted Bumble Bee
Chauliognathus pensylvanicus
Soldier Beetle
Polistes fuscatus
Dark Paper Wasp
Bubo virginianus
Great Horned Owl
Bombus impatiens
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Trillium grandiflorum
Large-Flower Trillium
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Tringa solitaria
Solitary Sandpiper
Buteo jamaicensis
Red-tailed Hawk
Armadillidium vulgare
common pill woodlouse
Branta canadensis
Canada goose
Perithemis tenera
Eastern Amberwing
Podilymbus podiceps
Pied-billed grebe
Contopus virens
Eastern Wood-Pewee
Vireo gilvus
Warbling Vireo (Western)
Bombycilla cedrorum
cedar waxwing
Spinus tristis
American goldfinch
Ischnura verticalis
Eastern Forktail
Lucidota atra
Black Firefly
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Waukesha County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Waukesha. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
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🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
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