Coordinates: 43°23′14″N 88°00′27″W / 43.38722°N 88.00750°W / 43.38722; -88.00750

Cedarburg Bog

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Cedarburg Bog
Map showing the location of Cedarburg Bog
Map showing the location of Cedarburg Bog
Map of Wisconsin
LocationOzaukee County, Wisconsin, Wisconsin
Coordinates43°23′14″N 88°00′27″W / 43.38722°N 88.00750°W / 43.38722; -88.00750
Area2,200 acres (890 ha)
Designated1973

Cedarburg Bog is a bog located in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin owned by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee.[1] It is the largest intact wetland complex in southeastern Wisconsin.[2] The bog is a refuge and habitat for several species of plantlife and wildlife.[3] It was designated a Wisconsin State Natural Area in 1952 and a National Natural Landmark in 1973. Additionally, it is part of the National Experimental Ecological Reserve Network.[4]

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References

  1. ^ "Cedarburg Bog (No. 2)". Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved 2012-01-19.
  2. ^ "Name: Cedarburg Bog". National Audubon Society. Archived from the original on 2012-07-23. Retrieved 2012-01-19.
  3. ^ "Cedarburg Bog". National Park Service. Retrieved 2012-01-19.
  4. ^ "Cedarburg Bog". University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Archived from the original on 2012-12-05. Retrieved 2012-01-19.