Wildlife and nature in Wisconsin
Lakes, forests, wetlands, and northern wildlife
Wisconsin blends Great Lakes shoreline, inland lakes, forests, wetlands, and farm-country edges, making it a rewarding state for birdlife, freshwater habitats, and seasonal nature.
Sightings
243
Places
3
Species
34
Latest Sightings
Recent sightings in Wisconsin
A recent look at wildlife sightings across Wisconsin.
Sightings Map
See where snaps are happening
Start wide, then zoom in to see how snaps spread across Wisconsin.
Places to Start
Parks, reserves, and local nature spots
Good starting points if you want to turn Wisconsin's guide into an actual day out.
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Greenfield Park
You might spot White-Tailed Deer, Common Eastern Bumble Bee, and Mallard.
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McKinley Park
You might spot Red-Belted Bumble Bee, Red-Breasted Merganser, and Mallard.
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Rocky Arbor State Park
You might spot Partridgeberry, Bluebead Lily, and Cinnamon Fern.
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Popular Species
Popular species in Wisconsin
A quick look at the species showing up most often in sightings across Wisconsin.
Category Guides
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Browse birds, wildflowers, and bugs of Wisconsin.
Birds
Birding in Wisconsin
Browse birdlife, migration patterns, shoreline species, and the birds people are most likely to notice across Wisconsin.
66 Sightings10 Species
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Flowers
Flowers in Wisconsin
Follow native blooms, seasonal colour, and wildflower-rich places across Wisconsin.
59 Sightings7 Species
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Bugs
Bugs in Wisconsin
Focus on butterflies, bees, beetles, and other small species that make close-up exploring in Wisconsin feel richer.
37 Sightings3 Species
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