Melbourne
Ecosystem Overview
The Melbourne ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 92 taxonomic genera. Located in campbell county, kentucky, 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. Compared to nearby Fort Thomas, Melbourne hosts 400% more species diversity. This location ranks #2 for species diversity among 14 campbell county County natural areas, placing it in the 86th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Rudbeckia laciniata
Cutleaf coneflower
Lithobates sylvaticus
Wood Frog
Pseudacris crucifer
Spring Peeper
Erythronium americanum
trout-lily
Lobelia inflata
wild tobacco
Geranium maculatum
Wild Geranium
Stellaria media
Common chickweed
Cardamine bulbosa
Bulbous Bitter-Cress
Ambystoma barbouri
Streamside Salamander
Lithobates clamitans
Green Frog
Dermacentor variabilis
American Dog Tick
Jikradia olitoria
Coppery Leafhopper
Bombylius major
Bee Fly
Artomyces pyxidatus
Crown-Tipped Coral Fungus
Neorthopleura thoracica
Polistes metricus
Trillium sessile
Toadshade
Verrucosa arenata
orb weavers
Dolomedes tenebrosus
Philaenus spumarius
Cuckoo-Spit Insect
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Campbell County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Melbourne. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (2 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (4 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Melbournewithin Campbell County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.