Fort Mitchell
Ecosystem Overview
The Fort Mitchell ecosystem supports 14 documented wildlife species across 13 taxonomic genera. Located in kenton county, kentucky, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 3 frequently observed species and 2 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Covington nearby has 86% more documented species, Fort Mitchell offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #7 for species diversity among 15 kenton county County natural areas, placing it in the 53th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 14 total documented species.
Vespula maculifrons
Eastern Yellowjacket
Diapheromera femorata
Common American Walkingstick
Neohelix albolabris
Eastern Whitelip
Plethodon cinereus
Eastern Red-Backed Salamander
Plethodon richmondi
Ravine Salamander
Flammulaster erinaceellus
Dicentra cucullaria
turkey-corn
Acer nigrum
Rock Maple
Dryobius sexnotatus
Myrmecophilus pergandei
eastern ant cricket
Phidippus putnami
Acanthis flammea
Common Redpoll
Lucanus capreolus
Stag Beetle
Apioperdon pyriforme
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Kenton County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Fort Mitchell. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (3 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Fort Mitchellwithin Kenton County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.