Oshkosh
Ecosystem Overview
The Oshkosh ecosystem supports 75 documented wildlife species across 71 taxonomic genera. Located in winnebago 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. Compared to nearby Neenah, Oshkosh hosts 7400% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 9 winnebago county County natural areas, placing it in the 78th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 75 total documented species.
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Butomus umbellatus
Flowering Rush
Harmonia axyridis
Harlequin ladybird
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Asclepias syriaca
Virginia-Silk
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Solanum dulcamara
bittersweet, woody nightshade
Tachycineta bicolor
Tree/Violet-Green Swallow
Turdus migratorius
American Robin
Daucus carota
wild carrot
Trifolium repens
Dutch clover
Asclepias incarnata
Pleurisy Root
Verbascum thapsus
Aaron'S-Rod
Lythrum salicaria
purple loosestrife
Danaus plexippus
monarch
Poecile atricapillus
Black-capped chickadee
Cichorium intybus
chicory
Trifolium pratense
red clover
Gryllus pennsylvanicus
Pennsylvania Field Cricket
Melanoplus differentialis
Differential Grasshopper
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Winnebago County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Oshkosh. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (3 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Oshkoshwithin Winnebago County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.