Frankfort
Ecosystem Overview
The Frankfort ecosystem supports 21 documented wildlife species across 21 taxonomic genera. Located in benzie county, michigan, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 5 frequently observed species and 4 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. While Benzie County nearby has 79% more documented species, Frankfort offers unique wildlife observation opportunities. This location ranks #3 for species diversity among 11 benzie county County natural areas, placing it in the 73th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 21 total documented species.
Zenaida macroura
Mourning Dove
Sylvilagus floridanus
Lapin A Queue Blanche
Passer domesticus
House Sparrow
Rhagio hirta
Chloealtis conspersa
Sprinkled Locust
Cenopis pettitana
Catocala ilia
Ilia Underwing
Lymantria dispar
Spongy moth
Ceratomia undulosa
Oncopeltus fasciatus
Large Milkweed Bug
Odocoileus virginianus
Key Deer
Colaptes auratus
common flicker
Charadrius vociferus
Killdeer
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle
Setophaga ruticilla
American Redstart
Berteroa incana
hoary alison
Orthosoma brunneum
Brown Prionid Beetle
Malacosoma disstria
Forest Tent Caterpillar
Sciurus carolinensis
Grey squirrel
Tyrannus tyrannus
Eastern Kingbird
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Benzie County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Frankfort. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
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Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Frankfortwithin Benzie County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.