Dry Ridge
Ecosystem Overview
The Dry Ridge ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 98 taxonomic genera. Located in grant 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. This location ranks #1 for species diversity among 4 grant county County natural areas, placing it in the 75th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Hypena scabra
Green Cloverworm Moth
Protodeltote muscosula
Large Mossy Glyph
Nectopsyche exquisita
Conotrachelus nenuphar
Cydia candana
Pseudotephritis vau
Oecanthus niveus
narrow-winged tree cricket
Celypha cespitana
Thyme Marble
Heteropacha rileyana
Gretchena amatana
Chalcosyrphus libo
Long-Haired Forest Fly
Coelostathma discopunctana
Adoxophyes negundana
Ecdytolopha insiticiana
Locust Twig Borer Moth
Epicauta vittata
Phaecasiophora niveiguttana
Prolimacodes badia
Skiff Moth
Anicla infecta
Green Cutworm Moth
Scolecocampa liburna
Bittacus strigosus
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Grant County
Discover 5 other wildlife-rich locations near Dry Ridge. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (2 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Dry Ridgewithin Grant County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.