Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Elyria. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
Download a professional PDF field guide featuring all the species found in Elyria. Perfect for outdoor adventures, education, and nature exploration.
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Compared to 8 nearby locations in Lorain County County, Ohio
These comparisons are based on documented wildlife observations from citizen science data. Locations with higher species counts may have more observation activity, different habitat types, or larger coverage areas. Regional rankings help identify biodiversity hotspots and unique natural areas within Lorain County County.
The Elyria ecosystem supports 37 documented wildlife species across 36 taxonomic genera. Located in Lorain County, Ohio, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 8 frequently observed species and 7 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Lorain nearby has 63% more documented species, Elyria offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #8 for species diversity among 14 Lorain County County natural areas, placing it in the 43th percentile for biodiversity.
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 37 total documented species.
Key Deer
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Cat Squirrel
Baldfaced Hornet
Ligated Furrow Bee
common flicker
American Sycamore
Brown-belted Bumblebee
Pure Green Sweat Bee
Cloudy-Winged Mining Bee
Spiny Witch-Hazel Gall Aphid
Witch-Hazel Cone Gall Aphid
common striped woodlouse
Snapping Turtle
Red-headed Woodpecker
eastern meadowlark
barred owl
Stinking Orange Oyster
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